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The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

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.

Top Cast

  • Al Hirschfeld

    Al Hirschfeld

    Self

  • Lauren Bacall

    Lauren Bacall

    Self

  • Carol Channing

    Carol Channing

    Self

  • Julie Andrews

    Julie Andrews

    Self

  • Joan Collins

    Joan Collins

    Self

  • Cy Coleman

    Cy Coleman

    Self

  • Betty Comden

    Betty Comden

    Self

  • Frank Gifford

    Frank Gifford

    Self

  • Kathie Lee Gifford

    Kathie Lee Gifford

    Self

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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