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The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

1996-09-27
7
en 86m
Documentary
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.

Writer

Susan W. Dryfoos

Producer

Susan W. Dryfoos

Cinematography

Jeff Grunther

Editor

Angelo Corrao

Associate Producer

Angelo Corrao

Cinematography

Dick Blofson

Status

Released

Countries

  • United States of America

Companies

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