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| James Franco | ... | ||
| Michael Moriarty | ... | ||
| Valentina Cervi | ... |
Pier Angeli
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| Enrico Colantoni | ... |
Elia Kazan
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| Edward Herrmann | ... |
Raymond Massey
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| Joanne Linville | ... |
Hedda Hopper
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| John Pleshette | ... |
Billy Rose
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| Barry Primus | ... |
Nicholas Ray
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| David Proval | ... |
Daniel Mann
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Samuel Gould | ... |
Martin Landau
(as Sam Gould)
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| Amy Rydell | ... |
Christine White
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| Wendy Benson-Landes | ... |
Julie Harris
(as Wendy Benson)
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| Karen Kondazian | ... |
Mrs. Pierangeli
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| David Parker | ... |
James Whitmore
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| Craig Barnett | ... |
George Stevens
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A biopic about the actor James Dean, whose stardom of the ultimate teenage rebel as well as the premature death made him a legend. His roles are depicted having much in common with his personal life, most notably the difficult relationship with his father. Written by Mario
James Dean is portrayed by James Franco with a remarkable resemblance in physical appearance and great sensitivity. As the events of James Dean's life unfold in the made for cable film, insight is gained into the enigmatic and tragically short life of the brilliant film star. This production takes in many of the well known accomplishments of James Dean's career and includes significant personal events in his life. The interface with James Dean's father, excellently played by Michael Moriarty, is central to this story. The recognition and appreciation by film industry giants contrasts with the father's lack of regard for his son. A moving performance by James Franco who steps into the shoes of James Dean and makes us love him all the more.