Actors are undoubtedly some of the most important elements of any film.
Throughout history, there have even been a fewsupporting performances that have overshadowed the lead.
The movie’s only nomination was a Supporting Actor nod for legendary thespianWalter Brennan, who won.
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It’s a fun piece of work, but not an Oscar-worthy one by any means.
That year,John IrelandforAll the King’s Menmight have been a more inspired choice.
Chakiris offers a very theatrical performance with some stunning dancing and singing.
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Jason Robardswon for playing famed authorDashiell Hammet, the protagonist’s mentor and lover.
His legacy sure was worthy of praise; only perhaps not this particular award.
To this day, Palance’s win still reads asmore of a legacy awardthan anything else.
He gives a perfectly solid comedic performance, bouncing off ofBilly Crystalwonderfully and offering quite a few laughs.
Not particularly.The role doesn’t really give him any chances to show off his acting chops.
It’s good acting, but nothing beyond that.
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