Memorable roles
Some of Burt Lancaster’s best-known films are among those whose rights were signed away to MGM and have become the center of a court battle. Following is a snapshot of
three that earned him some
of his best notices. All, including his Oscar-winning performance in “Elmer Gantry,” pictured
at far left, are available on DVD.
-- Susan King
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