The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

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Status

Released

Release Date

Sep 27, 1996

Runtime

1h 26m

Genres

Documentary

User Score

70%

Original Title

The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

Production Companies

The New York Times, New York Times Productions, Castle Hill Productions

Director

Susan W. Dryfoos

Description

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.