Marlon Brando gave one of his most memorable performances in 'On the Waterfront,' a film released on this day in history, July 28, 1954. It went on to win eight Academy Awards.
The critically acclaimed movie 'On the Waterfront' was released on this day in history, July 28, 1954 — presenting a powerful account of union corruption. The film featured one of Marlon Brando’s most memorable performances, according to Britannica.com. The film received critical praise and industry accolades for its acting, directing and moviemaking.
He also attended the New York Waterfront Crime Hearings, which were the basis for the script’s climax, the same source indicated. On the Waterfront' was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry in 1989, Britannica.com indicated.
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