South African-born Basil Rathbone was the son of a British mining engineer working in Johannesburg. After a brief career as an insurance agent, the 19-year-old aspiring actor joined his cousin's repertory group. Read Full Biography
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| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Supporting Actor | If I Were King | Nominated |
| 1936 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Supporting Actor | Romeo and Juliet | Nominated |
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by Jette KernionThe Princess Bride was recently rereleased on DVD, and it's a movie that nearly everyone I know has enjoyed. The great fencing scene between Westley (Cary Elwes) and Inigo (Mandy Patinkin) is a treat to watch, as is a later fight...
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