The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story (1996)
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
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 86 min
Release Date: September 27, 1996
Cast
- Al Hirschfeld - Self
- Lauren Bacall - Self
- Carol Channing - Self
- Julie Andrews - Self
- Joan Collins - Self
- Cy Coleman - Self
- Betty Comden - Self
- Frank Gifford - Self
- Kathie Lee Gifford - Self
- Roger Moore - Self
Screenplay
Editing: Angelo Corrao
Production: The New York Times, New York Times Productions, Castle Hill Productions
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Susan W. Dryfoos
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story?
- The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story was directed by Susan W. Dryfoos.
- Who stars in The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story?
- The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story stars Al Hirschfeld, Lauren Bacall, Carol Channing, Julie Andrews, Joan Collins, Cy Coleman.
- How long is The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story?
- The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story has a runtime of 1h 26m (86 minutes).
- What genre is The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story?
- The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story produced?
- The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story was produced in United States of America.