Dark Shadows and Beyond: The Jonathan Frid Story
DARK SHADOWS & BEYOND – THE JONATHAN FRID STORY reveals the real man beneath the vampire’s cloak, exploring Frid’s personal and professional struggles, artistic triumphs and rise to fame. Among the family, friends and co-workers who offer fresh insights are actresses Marion Ross (Arsenic & Old Lace) and Christina Pickles (Seizure), American Shakespeare Festival associate Anthony Zerbe and Dark Shadows colleagues David Selby, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Lara Parker, Nancy Barrett, Marie Wallace and James Storm. The documentary also includes rare performance footage and previously unseen interviews and archival materials from Frid’s private collection.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2021 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Mary O'Leary |
| Runtime | 101 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 9.4/10 (13 votes) |
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The film constructs its narrative by relying on private archives and heartfelt testimonies from colleagues, exploring the actor's inner conflict between the stage and the screen. It uses rare performance footage to reveal Frid's true artistic range beyond his iconic television role.
What lingers after viewing is a portrait of a thoughtful, complex individual, making this more than mere nostalgia—it's a meditation on fame and artistic identity. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Mary O'Leary
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Best viewed attentively, to appreciate the nuance of the archival footage and personal revelations.
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