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Shelley Duvall was brought into the spotlight by celebrated film director Robert Altman. Altman discovered her potential during a casting call for his 1970 film "Brewster McCloud." Impressed by her natural talent and unique charm, Altman cast Duvall in several of his subsequent projects, including the acclaimed films "Nashville" and "3 Women," which garnered critical acclaim and helped launch Duvall's career in the entertainment industry.