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Why Field Of Dreams Made James Earl Jones Break Down In Tears
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Jeremy Smith)
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James Earl Jones breaks down in tears over his iconic role in the baseball classic 'Field of Dreams' as the film's emotional impact hits him unexpectedly.
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- Veteran actor James Earl Jones, known for his commanding voice, was reduced to tears when he first viewed the 1989 film 'Field of Dreams' in which he starred as the legendary Shoeless Joe Jackson.
- According to sources, Jones was caught off guard by the poignant father-son themes in the film, which resonated deeply with the actor and his own personal experiences, making for a profoundly moving moment on set.
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James Earl Jones, Field of Dreams