The Real James Dean (2006)
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.
Director: Gary Legon
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 51 min
Release Date: August 1, 2006
Cast
- James Dean - Archival Footage
- Dennis Hopper - Self
- Rod Steiger - Self
- David Dalton - Self
- Danny Sugerman - Self
- Nick James - Self
- Don Medford - Self
- Eli Wallach - Self
- Leonard Rosenman - Self
- Frank Mazzola - Self
Screenplay
Editing: Sarah Legon
Production: Estate Films
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
Keywords
biography
More Films by Director: Gary Legon
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- Who directed The Real James Dean?
- The Real James Dean was directed by Gary Legon.
- Who stars in The Real James Dean?
- The Real James Dean stars James Dean, Dennis Hopper, Rod Steiger, David Dalton, Danny Sugerman, Nick James.
- How long is The Real James Dean?
- The Real James Dean has a runtime of 51m (51 minutes).
- What genre is The Real James Dean?
- The Real James Dean is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Real James Dean produced?
- The Real James Dean was produced in United States of America.