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195781 minDocumentary

The James Dean Story

Is The James Dean Story a Hit or Flop?

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Is The James Dean Story worth watching? With a rating of 5.4/10, this Documentary film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The James Dean Story Synopsis

Released two years after James Dean's death, this documentary chronicles his short life and career via black-and-white still photographs, interviews with the aunt and uncle who raised him, his paternal grandparents, a New York City cabdriver friend, the owner of his favorite Los Angeles restaurant, outtakes from East of Eden, footage of the opening night of Giant, and Dean's ironic PSA for safe driving.

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Top Cast

James Dean
James DeanSelf (archive footage)
Martin Gabel
Martin GabelNarrator
Lew Bracker
Lew BrackerSelf
Marvin Carter
Marvin CarterSelf
Patsy D'Amore
Patsy D'AmoreSelf
Charles Dean
Charles DeanSelf
Emma Dean
Emma DeanSelf
Louis de Liso
Louis de LisoSelf
Arlene Martel
Arlene MartelSelf
Lili Kardell
Lili KardellSelf

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The James Dean Story worth watching?

The James Dean Story has received mixed reviews with a 5.4/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Documentary movies.

Is The James Dean Story hit or flop?

The James Dean Story has received average ratings (5.4/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The James Dean Story?

The James Dean Story is a Documentary movie that Released two years after James Dean's death, this documentary chronicles his short life and career via black-and-white still photographs, interviews w...

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