The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story
1996 · 86 min · 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.
- Director
- Susan W. Dryfoos
- Writer
- Susan W. Dryfoos
- Released
- September 27, 1996
- Language
- English
Cast
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