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When most people think of a
stereotypical rebel, they think of James Dean.
Once the word “rebel” is spoken, an image of a young man with
combed-up dirty blonde hair, a white shirt accompanied by a red jacket, blue
jeans, and black boots pops into mind. This
is because James Dean’s characters onscreen were always rebels.
But there is much more to Dean than an angry youth.
He is one of America’s enduring film icons. He used what he did best, which was to express himself
through acting, to capture the attention of the world.
In a short amount of time he made his mark on the silver screen with just
three films to his credit. Dean
skyrocketed as the symbol of youth alienation when he starred in the classic
film Rebel Without a Cause.
His early and tragic death defined this young man’s long-lasting
legacy. James Dean’s life is the
story of a young man who was born and raised on a farm and died only to become
an icon who still captures the fascination of people all over the world. As you venture through this site, you will discover the life, legacy, and work of James Dean. What are you waiting for? Let's go behind the rebel that is James Dean.
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