For which film was Dorothy nominated for an Academy Award?
Porgy and Bess
Carmen Jones
Hallelujah
Island in the Sun
Answer
In the 1954 film Carmen Jones, Dorothy Dandridge portrayed the title character Carmen, a sultry factory worker who captivates the hearts of men. Dandridge's powerful performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, making her the first African American woman to receive a nomination in this category.
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