This documentary looks at the life and career of John Garfield, whose career was cut short when he died at age 39. His difficult childhood in the rough neighborhoods of New York City provided the perfect background for the tough-guy roles he would play on both stage and screen.
The John Garfield Story (2003) is a documentary and tv movie film directed by David Heeley, released on February 3, 2003 with a runtime of 58m. It stars Julie Garfield, Ellen Adler, Joseph Bernard and Phoebe Brand. Viewers rate it 8.4 out of 10 across 5 ratings.
Julie Garfield
as Narrator / Self
Ellen Adler
as Self
Joseph Bernard
as Self
Phoebe Brand
as Self
Michael Coppola
as Self
James Cromwell
as Self
Hume Cronyn
as Self
Richard Dreyfuss
as Self
Danny Glover
as Self
Lee Grant
as Self
Harvey Keitel
as Self
Norman Lloyd
as Self
Directed by David Heeley, written by Joan Kramer and David Heeley, produced by David Heeley and Joan Kramer.
Average viewer score of 8.4/10 from 5 ratings.
This hour-long look into the life and career of one of the best-known stars, who adored both film and theatre and made sure he continued in both, even when his Hollywood career was at its zenith, is an excellent extra I found on my blu of 'The Postman Always Rings Twice', which has a fine performance of his. Essential viewing for fans of his work, and has the loving involvement of one of his children, Julie.
Reviewed on June 25, 2016
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The main cast of The John Garfield Story (2003) includes Julie Garfield, Ellen Adler, Joseph Bernard, Phoebe Brand and Michael Coppola. The film was directed by David Heeley. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
The John Garfield Story was released on February 3, 2003 and runs for 58m.
The John Garfield Story (2003) holds an average rating of 8.4 out of 10 from 5 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and tv movie films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
