(The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story)

Content: 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.

Countries:

United States of America

Genres:

Documentary

Runtime:

86 minutes

Year:

1996

Directors:

Susan W. Dryfoos

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Production companies:

The New York Times,

New York Times Productions,

Castle Hill Productions

Actors:

Self

Self

Self

Self

Self

Crews:

Writer

Associate Producer

Producer

Cinematography

Cinematography