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The James Dean Story (1957)

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Runtime: 2 hrs 58 mins

Genre: Education/General Interest

Synopsis: A portrait of James Dean presented by famed producer/director Robert Altman (NASHVILLE, SHORT CUTS.) Recognizing his worldwide fame, Altman explores the personal life, moments between the films,... A portrait of James Dean presented by famed producer/director Robert Altman (NASHVILLE, SHORT CUTS.) Recognizing his worldwide fame, Altman explores the personal life, moments between the films, never before seen footage from "East of Eden," the famous highway public safety message made for television, and rare film from the Hollywood premiere of "Giant." Based on the memoirs of Dean's close friend, William Blast, this film follows Dean from his early college experiences to the car crash that took his life. [More]

Starring: James Dean

Starring: James Dean

Director: Robert Altman, G.W. George

Director: Robert Altman, G.W. George

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