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James Dean: A Portrait

199556mGary Legon
IMDb 7.4

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A look at the legacy of icon actor James Dean on the 40th anniversary of his tragic death. The special follows his life and career, with obvious attention to the three big films that made him a legend; and interviews with the people who knew him.

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What is James Dean: A Portrait (1995) about?

A look at the legacy of icon actor James Dean on the 40th anniversary of his tragic death. The special follows his life and career, with obvious attention to the three big films that made him a legend; and interviews with the people who knew him.

Who stars in James Dean: A Portrait?

James Dean: A Portrait stars James Dean (Self (archive footage)), Rip Torn (Self (Narrator)), Sal Mineo (Self (archive footage)), Graham Nash (Self), Joan Winslow Peacock (Self). The film was directed by Gary Legon.

How long is James Dean: A Portrait?

James Dean: A Portrait has a runtime of 56 min and premiered in 1995.

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James Dean: A Portrait holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. Fans of Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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