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Poll: Hollywood New Wave Actors

A poll by The-Social-Introvert
The New American wave began in the late 60's/early 70's, in which a number of talented young filmmakers seized power and used it to make the kind of films they wanted to make. With them came a group of solid acting talent which rank with the very best. Which of these actors often associated with the "New Hollywood" do you believe stands head and shoulders above the rest?

Discuss the list here

Results of 2,474 votes:

  1. 1.

    Robert De Niro

     
  2. 2.

    Al Pacino

     
  3. 3.

    Jack Nicholson

     
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