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Brando's ascent began with his groundbreaking role in the 1947 Broadway production of A Streetcar Named Desire, propelling him into stardom with his intense and authentic portrayal of Stanley Kowalski. This was a significant moment in the history of acting, introducing a new paradigm that emphasized raw emotion over polished performance. His film adaptation of the play brought him his first Oscar nomination in 1951, cementing his position as a formidable force in cinema.