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The Real James Dean (2006)

2006-08-01 · 51m · EN
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From Indiana Farmboy to Hollywood Legend

Although he'd starred in just three films before his untimely death at age 24, James Dean cast a long shadow that came to define cool. Using excerpts from Dean's personal diaries, found footage from screen and wardrobe tests and interviews with those who knew him best (including Dennis Hopper, Dick Van Patten, Graham Nash and Rod Steiger), this fascinating documentary explores the screen icon's lingering mystique.

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Gary LegonDirector, WriterDavid DaltonWriter

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James DeanJames DeanArchival FootageDennis HopperDennis HopperSelfRod SteigerRod SteigerSelfDavid DaltonDavid DaltonSelfDanny SugermanDanny SugermanSelfNick JamesNick JamesSelfDon MedfordDon MedfordSelfEli WallachEli WallachSelfLeonard RosenmanLeonard RosenmanSelfFrank MazzolaFrank MazzolaSelfGeorge BarrisGeorge BarrisSelfCorey AllenCorey AllenSelf

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Frequently asked questions about The Real James Dean

What is The Real James Dean about?

Although he'd starred in just three films before his untimely death at age 24, James Dean cast a long shadow that came to define cool. Using excerpts from Dean's personal diaries, found footage from screen and wardrobe tests and interviews with those who knew him best (including Dennis Hopper, Dick Van Patten, Graham Nash and Rod Steiger), this fascinating documentary explores the screen icon's lingering mystique.

How long is The Real James Dean?

The Real James Dean has a runtime of 51 minutes.