Death Be Not Proud
“The True Story of a Brave Young Man Who Gave His Parents a Legacy Of Life....and Love.”
Synopsis
Based on the book by famed author John Gunther about the life and early death of his teenage son Johnny, who died from a brain tumor.
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ABC Death Be Not Proud Promo Slide 1/4/75
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-03-29
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald Wrye
- Screenplay & Story
- Donald Wrye
- Original Score
- Fred Karlin
- Original Title
- Death Be Not Proud
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald Wrye
Donald Wrye
Fred Karlin
Michael Chapman
Department Leadership Roster
Donald Wrye
Director
Donald Wrye
Writer
Michael Chapman
Director of Photography
Fred Karlin
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Death Be Not Proud
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What is Death Be Not Proud about?
Based on the book by famed author John Gunther about the life and early death of his teenage son Johnny, who died from a brain tumor.
Who directed Death Be Not Proud?
Death Be Not Proud was directed by Donald Wrye.
Who stars in Death Be Not Proud?
The principal cast of Death Be Not Proud includes Robby Benson, Arthur Hill, Jane Alexander, Linden Chiles, Ralph Clanton.
When was Death Be Not Proud released and how long is it?
Death Be Not Proud was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Death Be Not Proud?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Death Be Not Proud was composed by Fred Karlin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Death Be Not Proud?
Death Be Not Proud holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).