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Gary Cooper: The Face of a Hero (1998)

Known for his personification of the Western Hero, it was Montana-born Gary Cooper's horse-riding skills that first brought him bit parts in movies. And he never lost his love of the great American outdoors. Though he rarely played a villain and was an adept comedian, Cooper is best remembered for his strong, silent heroes. With his lanky country boy looks and shy hesitancy he created a unique screen presence, though his real life was one of sophisticated elegance.

  • Documentary

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Gary CooperGary CooperSelf / Various Roles (archive footage)
  • Photo of Maria Cooper JanisMaria Cooper JanisSelf - Daughter
  • Photo of Edward DmytrykEdward DmytrykSelf
  • Photo of Jane GreerJane GreerSelf
  • Photo of Charlton HestonCharlton HestonSelf
  • Photo of James HillJames HillSelf - Producer
  • Photo of Joan LeslieJoan LeslieSelf
  • Photo of A.C. LylesA.C. LylesSelf
  • Photo of Jeffrey MeyersJeffrey MeyersSelf - Biographer
  • Photo of Patricia NealPatricia NealSelf

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