Gary Cooper: The Face of a Hero

Directed by Suzette Winter and Gene Feldman

With Gary Cooper, Maria Cooper Janis, Edward Dmytryk, Jane Greer and Charlton Heston

Known for his personification of the Western Hero, it was Montana-born Gary Cooper's horse-riding skills that first brought him bit parts in movies. And he never lost his love of the great American outdoors. Though he rarely played a villain and was an adept comedian, Cooper is best remembered for his strong, silent heroes. With his lanky country boy looks and shy hesitancy he created a unique screen presence, though his real life was one of sophisticated elegance.