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Elia Kazan was an American film director, producer, and writer whose groundbreaking work in theater and film transformed American cinema. His films, such as A Streetcar Named Desire and On the Waterfront, explored complex human emotions and social issues with depth and authenticity. Kazan's commitment to artistic integrity and pushing boundaries in his craft continues to inspire filmmakers and storytellers to this day. His legacy teaches the value of taking risks in creative endeavors and making art that challenges both individuals and society to reflect.
"The belief that the good in American society will finally win out... I don't believe any more."
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"The belief that the good in American society will finally win out... I don't believe any more."

Society, Belief, Will
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"I was always a self-conscious person."
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"I was always a self-conscious person."

Self,
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"I hate the Communists and have for many years and don't feel right about giving up my career to defend them. I will give up my film career if it is in the interests of defending something I believe in, but not this."
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"I hate the Communists and have for many years and don't feel right about giving up my career to defend them. I will give up my film career if it is in the interests of defending something I believe in, but not this."

Career, Film, Giving, Hate
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"I was the hero of the young insurgent working class art movement."
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"I was the hero of the young insurgent working class art movement."

Art, Class
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"Our relationship was cursed by the fact that we agreed on everything."
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"Our relationship was cursed by the fact that we agreed on everything."

Fact,
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"The thing about Brando was that I'd make these directions, and he'd walk away. He'd heard enough... to get the machine going."
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"The thing about Brando was that I'd make these directions, and he'd walk away. He'd heard enough... to get the machine going."

Art, Machine
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