The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

09/27/1996

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1hr 26min

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Documentary

STORY

The childhood, adolescence, and incredible adult years of Al Hirschfeld, celebrated creator of thousands of line drawings of famous people - many in the entertainment industry - over a span of more than sixty years. He is still drawing in his nineties. His interesting domestic life, political, and cultural views are highlights. In addition, he talks about himself a bit - seriously and lightly.(At one point he he claims that his only form of exercise has been to live in his Manhattan townhouse: stairs). He drives his car around Manhattan - an adventure in itself. Brief interviews with, and reminiscences of many friends and associates.

CAST & CREW

    Cast

  • Al Hirschfeld
  • Lauren Bacall
  • Carol Channing
  • Julie Andrews
  • Joan Collins

    Director

  • Susan W. Dryfoos

INFORMATION

    Production Companies

  • The New York Times
  • New York Times Productions
  • Castle Hill Productions

    Production Countries

  • United States of America

LANGUAGES