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Elia Kazan

  • Birth: September 7, 1909
  • Death: September 28, 2003
  • Age: 94
  • Greece
  • United States

Elia Kazan ( September 7 , 1909, Kayseri – September 28, 2003) was a Greek-American director and actor, described as "one of the most honored and influential directors in Broadway and Hollywood history". He also produced, and wrote screenplays and novels. Born in the Kayseri, Ottoman Empire to Greek... More

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nominations

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winning rate

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Academy Awards

Edition Year Award Movie Status
71st edition 1999 Honorary Award - in recognition of his indelible contributions to the art of motion picture direction. Winner
36th edition 1964 Best Picture - as producer(s) America America
36th edition 1964 Best Director America America
36th edition 1964 Best Original Screenplay America America

Cannes Film Festival

Edition Year Award Movie Status
8th edition 1955 Best Dramatic Film [Main Competition] East of Eden Winner

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