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Cast
Laurie Atlas
as Narrator (voice)
Marilyn Higgins
as Marilyn Monroe (voice)
Marilyn Monroe
as Self (archive footage)
Buddy Adler
as Self (archive footage)
June Allyson
as Self (archive footage)
Lauren Bacall
as Self (archive footage)
Milton Berle
as Self (archive footage)
Humphrey Bogart
as Self (archive footage)
Rory Calhoun
as Self (archive footage)
Rosemary Clooney
as Self (archive footage)
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2012
Runtime0h 50m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationPG
GenresDocumentary
Votes5
DirectorTim Nelson
WritersTim Nelson
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.2 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsFascination: Unauthorized Story of Marilyn Monroe
About Fascination: Unauthorized Story of Marilyn Monroe
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.
Directed by Tim Nelson, Fascination: Unauthorized Story of Marilyn Monroe leans on a strong ensemble — Laurie Atlas, Marilyn Higgins, Marilyn Monroe — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2012.
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