The James Dean Story (1957)
Released two years after James Dean's death, this documentary chronicles his short life and career via black-and-white still photographs, interviews with the aunt and uncle who raised him, his paternal grandparents, a New York City cabdriver friend, the owner of his favorite Los Angeles restaurant, outtakes from East of Eden, footage of the opening night of Giant, and Dean's ironic PSA for safe driving.
Released: Aug 13, 1957
Runtime: 81 minutes
Genre: Documentary
Stars: James Dean, Martin Gabel, Lew Bracker, Marvin Carter, Patsy D'Amore, Charles Dean
Crew: Robert Altman (Director), George W. George (Director), Stewart Stern (Screenplay), Robert Altman (Producer), George W. George (Producer), Leith Stevens (Original Music Composer)