1957
Academy Awards
0Wins
4Noms
Nom1957
Actress
Carroll Baker
Nom1957
Actress in a Supporting Role
Mildred Dunnock
Nom1957
Cinematography (Black-and-White)
Boris Kaufman
Nom1957
Writing (Screenplay--Adapted)
Tennessee Williams
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Synopsis
Archie Lee Meighan is a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll's 20th birthday, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan.
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Details
Genres
Drama
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Awards & Recognition
Awards Dominance
2
Wins
10
Nominations
Won
- Best Director - Motion Picture · Elia Kazan
- New Star Of The Year - Actress · Carroll Baker
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1957
Golden Globes
2Wins
6Noms
◆ Won1957
Best Director - Motion Picture
Elia Kazan
◆ Won1957
New Star Of The Year - Actress
Carroll Baker
Nom1957
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
Karl Malden
Nom1957
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
Eli Wallach
Nom1957
Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama
Carroll Baker
Nom1957
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
Mildred Dunnock
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Cast
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