The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story
1996
86 minutes
Overview
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.
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Al Hirschfeld
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Lauren Bacall
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Carol Channing
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Julie Andrews
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Joan Collins
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Cy Coleman
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Betty Comden
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Frank Gifford
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Kathie Lee Gifford
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Roger Moore
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Chita Rivera
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Barbara Walters
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Dolly Haas
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Katharine Hepburn
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