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Director Kazan Embraces Unknowns for Face in the Crowd
In Hollywood, Elia Kazan defends using newcomers over stars. He recalls paying $125,000 for Brando was not his company’s choice and cites Andy Griffith, Rip Torn and Tony Franciosa as examples. He notes he prefers unknowns and discusses Baby Doll and controversy with Cardinal Spellman. Justice Burton once served as Cleveland mayor.
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