1967Winner
Best Performance
The Graduate
Sam O'Steen
Actor · Director
St. Francis, Arkansas, USA
November 6, 1923
Biography
Sam O'Steen was an American film editor and director, renowned for his collaborations with director Mike Nichols. His editing work on films like The Graduate (1967), Rosemary's Baby (1968), and Chinatown (1974) earned him critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. O'Steen's precise editing style significantly influenced the pacing and narrative structure of these classic films. He also directed several television movies, including Queen of the Stardust Ballroom (1975), showcasing his versatility in the industry.
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1968Winner
Best Performance
Rosemary's Baby
1974Winner
Best Performance
Chinatown
Career Highlights
1967Highlight
Best Performance
Cool Hand Luke
1988Highlight
Best Performance
Working Girl
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The Graduate
Rosemary's Baby
Chinatown