Before Richard Brooks directed IN COLD BLOOD ('67), he was given early drafts of Truman Capote's book and followed his narrative style closely. While the studio wanted Paul Newman and Steve McQueen as the leads, Brooks instead hired unknown actors to create a documentary feel. Scott Wilson, who played Dick Hickock, was personally recommended by Sidney Poitier and Quincy Jones who worked with him in THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT ('67). Wilson went on to have over 50 film credits, and also played "Hershel