
1965’s cinematic masterpiece, “Doctor Zhivago,” showcases beautifully lit actors amidst the dramatic Russian backdrop. The film adaptation of Boris Pasternak’s novel was an unparalleled success with both audiences and critics. Directed by David Lean, renowned for his exceptional visual storytelling, the movie catapulted Omar Sharif and Julie Christie to stardom as they portrayed two key figures in one of cinema’s most intriguing love triangles. With ten Academy Award nominations (equal with “The Sound of Music” that year), the film ultimately won five: best screenplay, best art direction – color, best cinematography – color, best costume design – color, and best score. Notably, the Academy Awards used to differentiate between black-and-white and color for many categories until a few years after “Doctor Zhivago.”