description Born Yesterday Overview
Born Yesterday is a 1950 film adapted from Garson Kanin’s 1946 stage play. Albert Mannheimer wrote the screenplay under the direction of George Cukor, who later sought to adapt Kanin's original work due to disagreements with Mannheimer’s script. Legal issues prevented Kanin from receiving official screen credit for the film adaptation.
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info Born Yesterday Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1950 |
help Born Yesterday FAQ
What is Billie Dawn learning in Born Yesterday?
Billie Dawn, played by Judy Holliday, is tutored by journalist Paul Verrall, played by William Holden. The lessons help her understand how Harry Brock's corrupt business works in Washington, D.C.
Did Judy Holliday win an Oscar for Born Yesterday?
Yes. Judy Holliday won the Academy Award for Best Actress for the 1950 film, beating a field that included Bette Davis for All About Eve.
Was Born Yesterday a play before it became a movie?
Yes. Garson Kanin's stage play opened on Broadway in 1946 before George Cukor directed the 1950 film version.
Who plays the corrupt businessman Harry Brock in Born Yesterday?
Broderick Crawford plays Harry Brock, the loud junk tycoon who brings Billie to Washington. Crawford had just won major attention for All the King's Men before this film.
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