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ON FILM: The Making of Gone with the Wind

  Charles welcomes Steve Wilson, author of "The Making of Gone with the Wind," also the title of an exhibit at the Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas at Austin, of which Wilson is the curator.  We'll hear some fascinating behind-the-scenes facts about this classic film, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this year.  Hear about the open casting call for the role of Scarlet, the years of preparation just to get the film off the ground, and the doubts about the film's success.  Part 1 of a 2-part interview.  Learn more about the exhibit at http://www.hrc.utexas.edu/visit/gwtw/.

Aired Oct. 4, 2014.

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