A Tribute to James Dean

A Tribute to James Dean


Starring:Tribute to James Dean
Studio: Madacy Home Video
Product Type: DVD
The James Dean Story
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Robert Altman's Masterpiece
  • Eerie and Intense!
  • Lonely Bird
  • Vintage Film
  • invaluable to anyone who wants to know more about James Dean
 The James Dean Story
Starring: Martin Gabel , Arlene Martel , Marcus Winslow Jr. , Ortense Winslow , and Jerry Luce
Director: Robert Altman , and George W. George
Manufacturer: Good Times Video
ProductGroup: DVD
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  3. James Dean - Sense Memories (American Masters)
  4. James Dean - Forever Young
  5. James Dean: Hill Number One/I am a Fool

ASIN: B00005LKHT
Release Date: 2001-05-01

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Shortly after James Dean died in a car crash, Robert Altman and George W. George (son of Rube Goldberg) set out to document the young star's brief life. The results are mixed. The narration (written by Stewart Stern, who wrote Rebel Without a Cause and befriended Dean) tries to get beyond the public image of Dean as the cool rebel to show the lonely young man underneath. It's a bit overwrought, but that's understandable, given the strong emotions Dean elicited from those who knew and loved him. But Martin Gabel is all wrong as narrator; his stentorian delivery turns the hot-blooded musings of youth into ponderous, pompous pronouncements totally lacking in humor. The most interesting element is the people of Fairmont, Indiana, where Dean grew up--straightforward, direct, and proud of Dean not for the fame he attracted but for who he was.

The Bells of Cockaigne is an early appearance from Dean's days in television in New York. He plays the father of a sick child who gambles his week's pay to try to earn enough to take his son "somewhere warm and dry." Gene Lockhart is the stubborn old Irishman who ultimately gives up his own dreams to help Dean. This half-hour program (complete with ads) was live TV; the kinescope is of questionable quality, but already Dean shows some of the talent and charisma of his later work.--Geof Miller

Description

ACADEMY AWARD® nominee Stewart Stern (Teresa; Rachel, Rachel), who scripted James Dean's Rebel Without a Cause, also wrote this 1957 documentary about the young star's tragically short life and career. Narrated by actor Martin Gabel, the film was directed, produced, and edited by fellow nominee Robert Altman (M*A*S*H, Nashville, The Player, Short Cuts) and screenwriter George W. George (Desert Sands). It follows Dean from his humble beginnings on a farm in Fairmount, Indiana, to his OSCAR®-nominated roles in East of Eden and Giant, which was nearing completion when he was killed on September 30, 1955. Included are his traffic safety film for television and East of Eden test, while Altman later explored his enduring appeal in the Broadway play and movie Come Back to the 5 and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean. Black & White 79 Minutes

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Robert Altman's Masterpiece.......2006-12-22

THE JAMES DEAN STORY is a powerful movie. It is an intimate story of Dean told in the simplest of images and wonderful narration. A simple homage to an American icon who's effects of his brief time here still linger.

5 out of 5 stars Eerie and Intense!.......2005-03-24

This film has no actors in it but instead it has real people who knew James Dean. Among them are his aunt and uncle, his drama teacher, and many New York friends. There are numerous rare anecdotes and hundreds of stunning photographs shown in the film. Also, there are many rare film clips of him, including a short one of him at a car race, a clip of him with Natalie Wood and Sal Mineo, and even a recording of him talking with his grandparents! The most eerie and memorable clip was an outake from "East of Eden" showing James and Dick Davalos talking about Adam Trask. James does a spectacular job in this scene and it is very moving! This, to me, was the best part of the movie. If you are a devoted fan of James Dean, don't miss this rare treat!

5 out of 5 stars Lonely Bird.......2004-03-01

The depictions here are the only accurate substantial accounts of Jimmy Dean's life. There are no bios that can even scratch the surface about him. All of them (authors) put their ideologies above the truth of who Jimmy was. It's too bad that the only truth about this man can never be fully told even by "some" who "claim" they knew him. Christy White is the only one and maybe Bill Bast who appear to be faithfull to his past. The other closest is "maybe" the movie made by TNT in 2003.

Peace..
rj

5 out of 5 stars Vintage Film.......2004-02-20

This film is a must-see for anyone wanting to know more about James Dean. It was released in 1957, over a year after Dean died, and we get to see and listen to family members who are no longer living. We hear from other citizens of Fairmount, Indiana, who knew "Jimmy." We also see and hear show business friends and acquaintances. It also includes alot of great still photographs.

Please remember this film was made in the late 50s, and its dated. It sort of depressed me watching it because it really brought home the fact that "Jimmy" has been dead almost 50 years. But I would think this film would be a necessary part of anyone's collection of James Dean films.

4 out of 5 stars invaluable to anyone who wants to know more about James Dean.......2003-09-24

the information from this documentary is invaluable and the insight from his family and the people who saw him on a regular basis gives a glimpse of Jimmy that not many people saw. it is one more facet of a brilliant diamond that shone for too brief a time.one word of caution to anyone with asthma,high blood pressure,heart disese,or tramatic stress disorder,the reenactment of his fatal car crash combined with pictures from the actual crash site are a little too graphic for some.watch at your own risk.
The James Dean Story
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Robert Altman's Masterpiece
  • Eerie and Intense!
  • Lonely Bird
  • Vintage Film
  • invaluable to anyone who wants to know more about James Dean
 The James Dean Story
Starring: Martin Gabel , Arlene Martel , Marcus Winslow Jr. , Ortense Winslow , and Jerry Luce
Director: Robert Altman , and George W. George
Manufacturer: Platinum Disc
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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Gable, ClarkGable, Clark | ( G ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Hudson, RockHudson, Rock | ( H ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Mansfield, JayneMansfield, Jayne | ( M ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Martel, ArleneMartel, Arlene | ( M ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Walker, ClintWalker, Clint | ( W ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Wood, NatalieWood, Natalie | ( W ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Altman, RobertAltman, Robert | ( A ) | Directors | Stores | DVD | Video
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( J )( J ) | Titles | Features | DVD | Video
Similar Items:
  1. James Dean
  2. Real James Dean: From Indiana Farmboy To Hollywood Legend Documentary
  3. James Dean - Sense Memories (American Masters)
  4. James Dean - Forever Young
  5. James Dean: Hill Number One/I am a Fool

ASIN: B000054OTI
Release Date: 1999-06-01

Amazon.com

Shortly after James Dean died in a car crash, Robert Altman and George W. George (son of Rube Goldberg) set out to document the young star's brief life. The results are mixed. The narration (written by Stewart Stern, who wrote Rebel Without a Cause and befriended Dean) tries to get beyond the public image of Dean as the cool rebel to show the lonely young man underneath. It's a bit overwrought, but that's understandable, given the strong emotions Dean elicited from those who knew and loved him. But Martin Gabel is all wrong as narrator; his stentorian delivery turns the hot-blooded musings of youth into ponderous, pompous pronouncements totally lacking in humor. The most interesting element is the people of Fairmont, Indiana, where Dean grew up--straightforward, direct, and proud of Dean not for the fame he attracted but for who he was.

The Bells of Cockaigne is an early appearance from Dean's days in television in New York. He plays the father of a sick child who gambles his week's pay to try to earn enough to take his son "somewhere warm and dry." Gene Lockhart is the stubborn old Irishman who ultimately gives up his own dreams to help Dean. This half-hour program (complete with ads) was live TV; the kinescope is of questionable quality, but already Dean shows some of the talent and charisma of his later work.--Geof Miller

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Robert Altman's Masterpiece.......2006-12-22

THE JAMES DEAN STORY is a powerful movie. It is an intimate story of Dean told in the simplest of images and wonderful narration. A simple homage to an American icon who's effects of his brief time here still linger.

5 out of 5 stars Eerie and Intense!.......2005-03-24

This film has no actors in it but instead it has real people who knew James Dean. Among them are his aunt and uncle, his drama teacher, and many New York friends. There are numerous rare anecdotes and hundreds of stunning photographs shown in the film. Also, there are many rare film clips of him, including a short one of him at a car race, a clip of him with Natalie Wood and Sal Mineo, and even a recording of him talking with his grandparents! The most eerie and memorable clip was an outake from "East of Eden" showing James and Dick Davalos talking about Adam Trask. James does a spectacular job in this scene and it is very moving! This, to me, was the best part of the movie. If you are a devoted fan of James Dean, don't miss this rare treat!

5 out of 5 stars Lonely Bird.......2004-03-01

The depictions here are the only accurate substantial accounts of Jimmy Dean's life. There are no bios that can even scratch the surface about him. All of them (authors) put their ideologies above the truth of who Jimmy was. It's too bad that the only truth about this man can never be fully told even by "some" who "claim" they knew him. Christy White is the only one and maybe Bill Bast who appear to be faithfull to his past. The other closest is "maybe" the movie made by TNT in 2003.

Peace..
rj

5 out of 5 stars Vintage Film.......2004-02-20

This film is a must-see for anyone wanting to know more about James Dean. It was released in 1957, over a year after Dean died, and we get to see and listen to family members who are no longer living. We hear from other citizens of Fairmount, Indiana, who knew "Jimmy." We also see and hear show business friends and acquaintances. It also includes alot of great still photographs.

Please remember this film was made in the late 50s, and its dated. It sort of depressed me watching it because it really brought home the fact that "Jimmy" has been dead almost 50 years. But I would think this film would be a necessary part of anyone's collection of James Dean films.

4 out of 5 stars invaluable to anyone who wants to know more about James Dean.......2003-09-24

the information from this documentary is invaluable and the insight from his family and the people who saw him on a regular basis gives a glimpse of Jimmy that not many people saw. it is one more facet of a brilliant diamond that shone for too brief a time.one word of caution to anyone with asthma,high blood pressure,heart disese,or tramatic stress disorder,the reenactment of his fatal car crash combined with pictures from the actual crash site are a little too graphic for some.watch at your own risk.
A Tribute to James Dean
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    		A Tribute to James Dean
    Starring: Tribute to James Dean
    Manufacturer: Madacy Home Video
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    2. James Dean - Forever Young
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    4. James Dean - Sense Memories (American Masters)

    ASIN: B000929V18
    Release Date: 2005-05-24
    The James Dean Story
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      		The James Dean Story
      Starring: Lew Brocker , Mr. Carter , Louis de Liso , James Dean , and Mr. Dean
      Director: Robert Altman , and George W. George
      Manufacturer: St. Clair Entertainment
      ProductGroup: DVD
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      ASIN: B000AE8KZI
      Release Date: 2005-07-15
      A Tribute to James Dean
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        		A Tribute to James Dean
        Starring: Tribute to James Dean
        Manufacturer: Madacy Home Video
        ProductGroup: DVD
        Binding: DVD

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        ASIN: B000GG4XSS
        Release Date: 2006-12-05

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