The read
It runs a compact 1h 30m.
Synopsis
A brief career. A timeless stardom. In just three major movie roles, James Dean became an icon for the ages. Now his legacy shines even brighter thanks to this fascinating film that, filled with an astonishing treasure trove of newfound or rare glimpses of Dean's TV performances, is like a road map to his meteoric success. Michael J. Sheridan directs and Martin Sheen narrates this revealing documentary showcased at the 2005 Cannes Film Festival. Movie clips, romances, photos that are part of our national DNA (and the stories behind them), and the small-screen work that paved the way to the big screen are all part of the James Dean you couldn't see until now. Forever young. Endlessly fascinating.
Ratings
IMDb7.4/10
5 audience votes
Key crew
- Michael J. SheridanDirector
- Kevin J. SheridanWriter
- Michael J. SheridanWriter
Cast
- Martin SheenNarrator (voice)
- James DeanSelf (archive footage)
- Corey AllenSelf (archive footage)
- Pier AngeliSelf (archive footage)
- Ed BegleySelf (archive footage)
- Milton BerleSelf (archive footage)
- John CarradineSelf (archive footage)
- Sarah ChurchillSelf (archive footage)
- Hume CronynSelf (archive footage)
- Vic DamoneSelf (archive footage)
- Richard DavalosSelf (archive footage)
- Wendy DrewSelf (archive footage)