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GEORGE PLIMPTON (1927-2003). American writer and editor. Plimpton (far right) with John Gordy (center), Detroit Lions guard, and Alan Alda during the filming of Paper Lion, based on Plimptons book. Photographed 12 March 1968
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GEORGE PLIMPTON (1927-2003). American writer and editor. Plimpton (far right) with John Gordy (center), Detroit Lions guard, and Alan Alda during the filming of Paper Lion, based on Plimptons book. Photographed 12 March 1968
GEORGE PLIMPTON (1927-2003).
American writer and editor. Plimpton (far right) with John Gordy (center), Detroit Lions guard, and Alan Alda during the filming of Paper Lion, based on Plimptons book. Photographed 12 March 1968
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1968 Alan Athlete Football Lion Movie Star Paper Player Production Writer Alda Locker Room
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This photograph captures a significant moment in the making of the iconic film "Paper Lion" based on George Plimpton's book. Taken on March 12,1968, it showcases three remarkable individuals who came together to bring this story to life. On the far right stands George Plimpton himself, an esteemed American writer and editor known for his immersive participatory journalism. Plimpton's presence exudes intelligence and curiosity as he collaborates with two other notable figures. In the center is John Gordy, a formidable guard for the Detroit Lions football team. His strong physique and determined expression reflect his dedication to both his sport and this unique cinematic endeavor. Beside them stands Alan Alda, a talented actor who would later become widely recognized for his role in the television series M*A*S*H*. Alda's charismatic smile suggests camaraderie among these men during their time on set. The image transports us back to 1968 America when sports culture was at its peak. It offers a glimpse into not only the production process but also into the locker room atmosphere that inspired Plimpton's original work. Photographed by The Granger Collection in New York, this print serves as a timeless reminder of collaboration between literature, athletics, and cinema – where words meet action on both page and screen.
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