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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 ... See full bio »

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Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 3 wins & 15 nominations. See more awards »

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Known For

Hud Director
(1963)
Norma Rae Director
(1979)
The Front Director
(1976)

Filmography

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 1987 Nuts
 1983 Cross Creek
 1981 Back Roads
 1979 Norma Rae
 1976 The Front
 1974 Conrack
 1972 Sounder
 1967 Hombre
 1964 The Outrage
 1963 Hud
 1961 Paris Blues
 1957 The Alcoa Hour (TV Series) (1 episode)
 1953 ABC Album (TV Series) (1 episode)
- The Split Second (1953)
 1951 Starlight Theatre (TV Series) (1 episode)
 1950-1951 Somerset Maugham TV Theatre (TV Series) (2 episodes)
- Of Human Bondage (1951)
Show Show Producer (12 credits)
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Show Show Self (14 credits)
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Personal Details

Other Works:

Stage Play: Winged Victory. Musical drama. Written by Moss Hart. Incidental music by Sgt. David Rose. Music arranged by Sgt. David Rose. Assistant Musical Director: M/Sgt. Norman Leyden. Featuring songs by Carmen Dragon, Franz Gruber, Joseph Mohr and Robert Crawford. Assistant Lighting Design by S/Sgt. Ralph Alswang. Production Manager: ... See more »

Publicity Listings:

1 Print Biography | 1 Portrayal | 1 Pictorial | 1 Magazine Cover Photo | See more »

Alternate Names:

Pfc. Martin Ritt

Children:

Werner Ritt, Martina
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Did You Know?

Personal Quote:

[on Paul Newman] A cool sexuality that is unique in the American cinema -- an amused quality and a high promise of sex and danger. See more »

Trivia:

While blacklisted, he earned a living as an acting teacher at the Actors Studio. See more »

Trademark:

Frequently casts Paul Newman

Nickname:

Marty

Star Sign:

Pisces

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