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Daryl Sparkes, Senior Lecturer, Media Studies and Production, University of Southern Queensland

A pretty face helped make Robert Redford a star. Talent and dedication kept him one

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Hollywood is the place where having a great face will get you far. Think Errol Flynn, James Dean, George Clooney, Brad Pitt – a handsome appearance opens acting doors.

Those good looks, the magical smile, the natural charm all became synonymous with Robert Redford, who has died aged 89.

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