Question: Splendor in the Grass was a film directed by a Greek-American director described as  "one of the most honored and influential directors in Broadway and Hollywood history" by who?
Context: Film became popular and well known in Mexico during “El Porfiriato” which represents the reign of Porfirio Díaz as dictator in Mexico.  On August 6, 1896 the first films began to be released and were called/known as “Vistas”.  In other words, views.  At the time, the Catholic Church and the press were strongly opposed to the “vistas” because of the violence and women that was portrayed.  They protested against them.  Another important aspect was the projection of the Mexican Revolution to the public through film.  It was a way for many to understand what was happening politically.  Many agree that rather than the Mexican Revolution being a repression for the film industry, it was more of a motivator in the way it portrayed every battle and struggle.  With the positive energy that the Mexico’s film industries was receiving, it began to evolve into “El Cine Sonoro” which translates to the cinema of sound.  This was the era in which sound was being added into the silent films.  Sadly, it was not as successful as many directors and film maker though it would be.  Many failed to correctly synchronize the audio with the picture.  Although to some extent it may have been unsuccessful, it is agreeable that it helped revolutionize film in Latin America.  Mexico’s film industry takes its height post “El Cine Sonoro” to what is known as “The Golden Age”.  Many film members consider this one of the most successful eras in the history of Mexican cinema.  Many recognize the films of this era when they see black and white.  It is also important to note that the films also portrayed social issues.  Some of the most influential directors and actors are Emilio Fernández, Raul De Anda, Roberto B. Cervenna, Cantinflas, Vitola, Tin Tan, etc.  The focus of this article will be on some of top grossing comedian actors of the time Cantinflas, Tin Tan, Clavillazo and others. Manuel Romeo (September 21, 1891 – October 3, 1954 in Buenos Aires) was an Argentine film director, screenwriter, dramatist and score composer, and one of the influential directors in the cinema of Argentina of the classic era.  He directed and wrote over films between 1931 and 1951 even composing the musical scores for several. Bob Harper (born March 24, 1955) is an American film producer.  In a Hollywood career spanning 30 years, he has marketed over 400 films including "Titanic", "Mr. and Mrs. Smith", "Planet of the Apes", "X-Men", the "Star Wars" trilogy and "Home Alone", and collaborated with some of the most influential directors of the past twenty-five years, including George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, James Cameron and Tim Burton. Edwin Carewe (March 3, 1883–January 22, 1940) was a Native American motion picture director, actor, producer, and screenwriter.  His birth name was Jay John Fox, and born in Gainesville, Texas.  His father, Frank Fox, was an intermarried white man in the Chickasaw Nation, and his mother Sallie (Priddy) Fox was Chickasaw.  Edwin and his two brothers, F. Finis and Wallace Carewe were enrolled members of the Chickasaw Nation.  He was likely the most prolific of Native American directors of feature films in Hollywood history. Elia Kazan (born Elias Kazantzoglou September 7, 1909 – September 28, 2003) was a Greek-American director, producer, writer and actor, described by "The New York Times" as "one of the most honored and influential directors in Broadway and Hollywood history". Stanley Kubrick is regarded by film critics and historians as one of the most influential directors of all time.  Leading directors, including Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, James Cameron, Woody Allen, Terry Gilliam, the Coen Brothers, Ridley Scott, Paul Thomas Anderson, Christopher Nolan, David Lynch, and George A. Romero, have cited Kubrick as a source of inspiration, and in the case of Spielberg, collaboration.  In an interview for the "Eyes Wide Shut" DVD release, Steven Spielberg comments that "nobody could shoot a picture better in history", and that Kubrick told stories in a way "antithetical to the way we are accustomed to receiving stories".  Writing in the introduction to a recent edition of Michel Ciment's "Kubrick", film director Martin Scorsese notes most of Kubrick's films were misunderstood and under-appreciated when first released, only to be considered masterpieces later on. Splendor in the Grass is a 1961 Technicolor drama film that tells a story of a teenage girl navigating her feelings of sexual repression, love, and heartbreak.  Written by William Inge, who appears briefly as a Protestant clergyman and who won an Oscar for his screenplay, the film was directed by Elia Kazan and features a score by jazz composer David Amram. Luis Moglia Barth (April 12, 1903 - June 18, 1984 in Buenos Aires) was an Argentine film director and screenwriter, and one of the influential directors in the Cinema of Argentina of the classic era.  He directed some 30 films between 1927 and 1959, often screenwriting for his pictures. Luis César Amadori (28 May 1902 in Pescara, Abruzzi, Italy – 5 June 1977 in Buenos Aires) was an Italian - Argentine film director and screenwriter and one of the most influential directors in the Cinema of Argentina of the classic era.  He directed over 60 films between 1936 and 1967, writing the scripts to over 50 pictures. Stanley Kubrick ( ; July 26, 1928 – March 7, 1999) was an American film director, screenwriter, producer, cinematographer, editor, and photographer.  He is frequently cited as one of the greatest and most influential directors in cinematic history.  His films, which are mostly adaptations of novels or short stories, cover a wide range of genres, and are noted for their realism, dark humor, unique cinematography, extensive set designs, and evocative use of music.
Answer: The New York Times