About this Video

• Video Title: Gene Hackman Wins Best Actor: 1972 Oscars
• Channel: Oscars
• Speakers: Gene Hackman
• Duration: 00:03:05

Introduction

This video captures Gene Hackman's acceptance speech after winning the Best Actor award at the 1972 Academy Awards. He expresses his gratitude, acknowledges fellow nominees, and thanks several individuals who contributed to his career.

Key Takeaways

• Acknowledgement of fellow nominees: Hackman names all the other Best Actor nominees and praises their performances.
• Humble acceptance: His speech is marked by humility and gratitude, not boasting or arrogance.
• Personal thanks: He takes the opportunity to thank several people personally, including his acting teacher, George Morris, and others who supported his career.
• Brief and Unprepared: The speech starts with a short, initially unprepared statement, before Hackman elaborates on his thanks.

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