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James Cagney vs Edward G, Robinson?

posted 3 years ago by [deleted]
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who was better?

[–] [deleted] 3 years ago

James Cagney

[–] whynotwriteme (7725) 3 years ago

Cagney, because he was more versatile in the kinds of roles that worked for him, but I loved Edward G.'s final performance in Soylent Green.

[–] huwdj (4567) 3 years ago

Robinson. I think he had a quieter presence and greater range whilst Cagney always seems to be fighting to contain his energy. But I'd happily watch either.

[–] [deleted] 3 years ago

i loved robinson. he never got an oscar nomination.

[–] huwdj (4567) 3 years ago

That seems ridiculous but I guess he didn't make the right kind of movies.

[–] [deleted] 3 years ago

should have nominated for double indemnity and key largo