Johnny Cash: The Man, His World, His Music (1969)
In this classic 1969 documentary, the Man in Black is captured at his peak, the first of many in a looming roller-coaster career. Fresh on the heels of his Folsom Prison album, Cash reveals the dark intensity and raw talent that made him a country music star and cultural icon. Director Robert Elfstrom got closer than any other filmmaker to Cash, who is seen performing with his new bride June Carter Cash, in a rare duet with Bob Dylan, and behind the scenes with friends, family and aspiring young musicians.
Director: Robert Elfstrom
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Johnny Cash as Self |
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June Carter Cash as Self |
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Bob Dylan as Self |
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Carl Perkins as Self |
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Anita Carter as Self |
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Helen Carter as Self |
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Mother Maybelle Carter as Self |
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Marshall Grant as Self |
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Bob Johnston as Self |
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Merle Kilgore as Self |
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Bob Wootton as Self |
| Directing | Robert Elfstrom | Director |
| Writing | Robert Elfstrom | Writer |
| Production | Arthur Barron | Producer |
| Production | Evelyn Barron | Producer |
| Production | Roy Herkin | Producer |
| Camera | Robert Elfstrom | Director of Photography |
| Sound | Johnny Cash | Music |
| Editing | Lawrence Silk | Editor |