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Cecil B. DeMille: American Epic

Cecil B. DeMille: American Epic

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Documentary

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Documentary about the legendary American film director from his introduction to the film industry in its early years to his death in 1959.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

118 mins

Rating

6/10

Release Date

05 April 2004

Country

United States of America

Cast

Kenneth Branagh

Kenneth Branagh

Narrator (voice)

Steven Spielberg

Steven Spielberg

Self - Interviewee

Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese

Self - Interviewee

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