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The colleague lamented that Brando's theatrical roots had not been adequately revisited after his rise in film. Despite displaying exceptional talent in theater roles, notably in A Streetcar Named Desire and Candida, it was a loss for the theater world and, perhaps, for Brando himself, who may have relished the discipline that stage acting entails.
The Balancing Act of Humor and Brutality
What stood out about Brando's performances, particularly in Streetcar, was his unique ability to blend brutality with humor. This complexity was not just entertaining; it allowed the emotional depth of Tennessee Williams's characters to shine. The ability to present multifaceted portrayals shows Brando's range as an actor and highlights the impact of humor in dramatizing deeper emotional truths.