Patton
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The film Patton, directed by Franklin Schaffner and starring George C. Scott, is a biographical drama about the life of U.S. Army General George S. Patton during World War II. The film, released in 1970, won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Scott's portrayal of the controversial and brilliant tank warfare strategist, known as "Old Blood-and-Guts". It highlights Patton's strict discipline, his effectiveness in mobile warfare, and the temperamental actions that led to numerous controversies throughout his career.123
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Karl Maldenand General Omar Bradley in Patton (1970). He reached a new audience as the lead detective, Mike Stone, in the television show The Streets of San Francisco (1972–77) opposite a young Michael Douglas.
Read Moreand General Omar Bradley in Patton (1970). He reached a new audience as the lead detective, Mike Stone, in the television show The Streets of San Francisco (1972–77) opposite a young Michael Douglas.
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George C. ScottPatton in Patton. Again Scott refused an Academy Award nomination; nevertheless, he won an Oscar for his remarkable tour de force. Choosing to recognize his talent rather than respect his wishes, the Academy again nominated him for his work in Paddy Chayefsky’s satire The Hospital (1971).
Read MorePatton in Patton. Again Scott refused an Academy Award nomination; nevertheless, he won an Oscar for his remarkable tour de force. Choosing to recognize his talent rather than respect his wishes, the Academy again nominated him for his work in Paddy Chayefsky’s satire The Hospital (1971).
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