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Cecil B. DeMille: American Epic
Genres
Documentary
Overview
Documentary about the legendary American film director from his introduction to the film industry in its early years to his death in 1959.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
118 min
Release Date
2004-04-05
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
1
Vote Average
6
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Kenneth Branagh
Narrator (voice)
Steven Spielberg
Self - Interviewee
Martin Scorsese
Self - Interviewee
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