Word: eggian
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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Long Island, decided the moviemakers, has lost its old West Eggian elegance, so they transplanted The Great Gatsby to the more richly idle colony of Newport, R.I. Otherwise, no emerald-cut stone was left unturned to ensure authenticity in re-creating Gatsby's lavish parties. The set was Rosecliff, a villa designed in 1902 by Architect Stanford White. The Packards and Mercers and Rolls-Royces lining the driveway were lovingly polished antiques. The gowns were late 1920s originals, and the million-dollar armature of jewelry was certified Cartier. It was only fitting, therefore, that among the 500 extras chosen...
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