This is the story of a man who climbed the Hollywood ladder, one rung at a time, until he reached the top and became the most popular American actor of his era.
Directed by Jean-Baptiste Péretié
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price of fame
hollywood star
national pride
rise to fame
portrait of an artist
national hero
conservative values
the consequences of fame
national conservatism
famous actor
biographical
biographical documentary
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3.4 / 5
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Cast
John Wayne
Himself (archive footage)
Popular Reviews
1 review
Junior Shanks
8.5★ · 01/06/25
Another great insight into the life of John Wayne a heavily burdened man who masked it all.
Another great insight into the life of John Wayne a heavily burdened man who masked it all.
