From Villain to Vulnerable: The Journey of Ernest Borgnine

This chapter traces the transformative career of actor Ernest Borgnine, exploring his unexpected opportunity to star in the romantic film 'Marty' after being typecast as a villain. It also examines the financial challenges of Hollywood during the mid-20th century, revealing the impact of taxation on the film industry and the strategies actors employed to navigate these economic realities.

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