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The Real James Dean

200651mGary Legon

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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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What is The Real James Dean (2006) 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…

Who stars in The Real James Dean?

The Real James Dean stars James Dean (Archival Footage), Dennis Hopper (Self), Rod Steiger (Self), David Dalton (Self), Danny Sugerman (Self). The film was directed by Gary Legon.

How long is The Real James Dean?

The Real James Dean has a runtime of 51 min and premiered in 2006.

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