Release Date

27 Sep, 1996

Runtime

01:26: (HH:MM)

Synopsis

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.

Original Title

The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

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Actors

Al Hirschfeld

Lauren Bacall

Carol Channing

Julie Andrews

Joan Collins

Cy Coleman

Betty Comden

Frank Gifford

Kathie Lee Gifford

Roger Moore

Chita Rivera

Barbara Walters

Dolly Haas

Katharine Hepburn

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