Fascination: Unauthorized Story of Marilyn Monroe (2012)

7.2/10 50 min Documentary

Overview

Marilyn Monroe is one of the most famous and adored icons of the 20th century. Like no other Hollywood star, she won the hearts of millions around the world. It's been said that: "Monroe played the best game with the worst hand." Her journey to stardom stemmed from a childhood of poverty, neglect, and loneliness. 'Fascination' tells the remarkable story of Marilyn's life. From birth to her premature death she endured criticism, insecurities, drug dependence, numerous miscarriages, and three broken marriages. Despite all her demons, her unprecedented beauty, talent and quick wit amazed all that came before her.

Cast

Marilyn Monroe

Self (archive footage)

Buddy Adler

Self (archive footage)

June Allyson

Self (archive footage)

Lauren Bacall

Self (archive footage)

Milton Berle

Self (archive footage)

Humphrey Bogart

Self (archive footage)

Rory Calhoun

Self (archive footage)

Rosemary Clooney

Self (archive footage)

Joan Crawford

Self (archive footage)

George Cukor

Self (archive footage)

Tony Curtis

Self (archive footage)

Cecil B. DeMille

Self (archive footage)

Joe DiMaggio

Self (archive footage)

Domenico Dolce

Self (archive footage)

Rhonda Fleming

Self (archive footage)

Stefano Gabbana

Self (archive footage)

Clark Gable

Self (archive footage)

Cary Grant

Self (archive footage)

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