Plot — What is Children of 'Giant' about?
"Children of 'Giant'" is a documentary film that unearths deeply wrought emotions in the small West Texas town of Marfa, before, during and after the month-long production of George Stevens' 1956 feature film, "Giant." Based on the controversial Edna Ferber novel of the same name, the film, "Giant" did not shy from strong social-issue themes experienced throughout post-WWII America. George Stevens, its producer and director, purposely gravitated to the drought-ridden community of Marfa for most all of the exterior scenes.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2015 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 86 min |
| Audience Score | 68% (6.8/10, 4 votes) |
Children of 'Giant' — FAQ
Is Children of 'Giant' worth watching? Children of 'Giant' holds a 6.8/10 rating from 4 viewers. "Children of 'Giant'" is a documentary film that unearths deeply wrought emotions in the small West Texas town of Marfa, before, during and after the month-long production of George Stevens' 1956 feature film, "Giant." B
Who directed Children of 'Giant'? Directed by Hector Galán.
Who is in the cast of Children of 'Giant'? It stars Henry Cisneros, Elsa Cárdenas, James Dean, Robert Hinkle, Earl Holliman, Rock Hudson and more.
Where can I stream Children of 'Giant'? You can stream Children of 'Giant' on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Children of 'Giant' release? It released in 2015.
