The Oscar

USA, 1966, 119 min

Directed by:

Russell Rouse

Based on:

Richard Sale (book)

Cinematography:

Joseph Ruttenberg

Composer:

Percy Faith

Cast:

Stephen Boyd, Elke Sommer, Milton Berle, Eleanor Parker, Joseph Cotten, Jill St. John, Tony Bancroft, Edie Adams, Ernest Borgnine, Ed Begley, Walter Brennan (more)
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Frankie Fane (Stephen Boyd) has clawed his way to the top of the Hollywood heap. Now, as he’s preparing to win his first Oscar, his friend Hymie Kelly (Tony Bennett) reminisces about their life together, his ruthless struggle to the top and the people (see above) he’s stepped on to make it there. (Kino Lorber)