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We Remember Marilyn

The documentary tells the story of an actress's life through a mix of visuals, including photos, home movies, film clips, trailers, newsreel footage, and a personal narrative voice.

The documentary tells the story of a Hollywood actress through a unique blend of visual and audio elements, including photographs, home movies, film clips, and newsreel footage. The actress recounts her childhood, marked by her mother's institutionalization and her own time in foster care and with relatives. She began modeling and eventually landed film roles, becoming a star by the time she appeared in "Gentlemen Prefer Blonds." Despite her success, she struggled with typecasting and sought to break free by working on independent projects. The actress also battled stage fright, relying on an acting coach for support. Her personal life was marked by unhappy marriages, substance abuse, and a reliance on pills, but she found solace in the applause of cheering soldiers.

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Info about We Remember Marilyn

Studio(s): Passport International Productions

Originally Released: United States, Jan 01, 1996

Production Country: United States

Genres:Biography, Documentary