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Elia Kazan, original name Elia Kazanjoglous (b. September 7, 1909, Istanbul, Ottoman Empire—d. September 28, 2003, New York City), Turkish-born American director and author, noted for his successes on the stage, especially with plays by Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller, and for his critically acclaimed films.
- 1934–1976
- 5, including Nicholas
Elia Kazan was a renowned director, writer and producer of films such as On the Waterfront, A Streetcar Named Desire and East of Eden. He won two Oscars, three Tonys and four Golden Globes, but also faced controversy for his testimony before the House Committee on Un-American Activities.
- Director, Writer, Producer
- September 7, 1909
- Elia Kazan
- September 28, 2003
Mar 18, 2024 · Elia Kazan (born September 7, 1909, Constantinople, Ottoman Empire [now Istanbul, Turkey]—died September 28, 2003, New York, New York, U.S.) was a Turkish-born American film director and author noted for his successes on the stage—especially with plays by Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller—as well as for his critically acclaimed films and for his role in developing a revolutionary ...
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Learn about the life and career of Elia Kazan, a renowned director of stage and screen who won two Oscars and influenced many actors. Find out his achievements, controversies, family, and trivia on IMDb.
- Director, Writer, Producer
- September 28, 2003
- September 7, 1909
Apr 2, 2014 · Elia Kazan is a Turkish-born American director, producer and screenwriter who directed films like 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and 'On the Waterfront' and won an Oscar for 'East of Eden'. He also directed plays by Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller and was a member of the Group Theatre in the 1930s. He faced controversy for his cooperation with the HUAC in the 1950s.
Sep 23, 2003 · A tribute to the legendary filmmaker who directed classics such as "A Streetcar Named Desire" and "On the Waterfront" and faced the McCarthy era. Kazan was a Communist Party member for two years in the 1930s and faced backlash from his colleagues and the public for his name-dropping during the witchhunt.
Sep 28, 2003 · Sept. 28, 2003. Elia Kazan, the immigrant child of a Greek rug merchant who became one of the most honored and influential directors in Broadway and Hollywood history, died yesterday at his home ...
