Pre-Production Insights: Collaboration and Challenges

Screenwriter David S. Ward delves into the fascinating origin of his Oscar-winning screenplay, The Sting. He recounts the behind-the-scenes story of how his agent pitched the idea to Robert Redford using a recorded six-minute pitch by David himself. Within two weeks, actor Paul Newman and director George Roy Hill were on board. Despite conflicts on set and mixed early reviews, the film became a sleeper hit, eventually winning seven Academy Awards. Tune in to discover the intricate balance of artistry, challenges, and personalities behind the making of The Sting.

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