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.

Directed by: Robert Elfstrom

Cast: Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Bob Dylan, Carl Perkins, Anita Carter, Helen Carter, Mother Maybelle Carter, Marshall Grant, Bob Johnston, Merle Kilgore, Bob Wootton

Genres: Documentary, Music

Rating: 6/10

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