Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall, best known for roles in “The Godfather” and “Apocalypse Now,” has died at 95.

rely entirely on celebrity. He did not need to be the central figure in every film. In many productions, his presence strengthened the entire cast. Directors could give him a relatively limited amount of screen time and still expect him to create a character audiences would remember.

This is the hallmark of a great character actor: the ability to make continue reading …