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Martin Ritt (1914–1990)
Martin Ritt, one of the best and most sensitive American filmmakers of all time, was a director, actor and playwright who worked in both film and theater. He was born in New York City. His films reflect, like almost none other, a profound and intimate humane vision of his characters. He originally attended and played football for Elon College in ...
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Born:in New York City, New York, USADied:(age 76) in Santa Monica, California, USA |
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Director (30 credits)
Director (30 credits)
1950-1951
Somerset Maugham TV Theatre
(TV Series) (2 episodes)
- Of Human Bondage
(1951)
- The Creative Impulse
(1950)
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Producer (12 credits)
Producer (12 credits)
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Actor (10 credits)
Actor (10 credits)
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Writer (1 credit)
Writer (1 credit)
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Miscellaneous Crew (1 credit)
Miscellaneous Crew (1 credit)
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Self (12 credits)
Self (12 credits)
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Archive footage (4 credits)
Archive footage (4 credits)
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Stage: Appeared (as "Samuel Brodsky") in "Two On An Island" on Broadway. Comedy. Written / directed by 'Elmer Rice (I)'. Incidental music by Kurt Weill. Scenic / Lighting Design by Jo Mielziner. Broadhurst Theatre: 22 Jan 1940-13 Apr 1940 (22 performances). Cast: Luther Adler (as "Lawrence Ormont"), Roberta Bellinger, Herschel Bentley... See more »Alternate Names:
Pfc. Martin Ritt
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A film can never be totally successful if it doesn't upset anyone. See more »Trivia:
Many of his films dealt with human relationships and social issues reflecting his own strongly-held viewpoints (particularly in regard to racism and unions). See more »Nickname:
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