Great American Authors: Since 1650 (2007)
Actress Jane Kaczmarek hosts this comprehensive history of American fiction from 1650 to the present day, which includes profiles of some of the country's greatest authors. Illuminating the lives of writers such as Ernest Hemingway, John Steinbeck, Kurt Vonnegut, Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, Toni Morrison and others, the program examines the way each developed a unique voice that reflects the complex fabric of America.
Director: Scott Gordon, Ron Meyer
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: January 1, 2007
Cast
- Jane Kaczmarek - Self - Host
- Libby Baker - Anne Bradstreet
- Shauna Earp - Sylvia Plath
- Alphonse Keasley - Narrator
- Tom Kimball - Henry Melville / Dr. Seuss
- Ambika Leigh - Louisa May Alcott
- Samantha Lloyd - Harriet Beecher Stowe
Screenplay
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Great American Authors: Since 1650 about?
- Actress Jane Kaczmarek hosts this comprehensive history of American fiction from 1650 to the present day, which includes profiles of some of the country's greatest authors. Illuminating the lives of writers such as Ernest Hemingway, John Steinbeck, Kurt Vonnegut, Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, Toni Morrison and others, the program examines the way each developed a unique voice that reflects the complex fabric of America.
- Who directed Great American Authors: Since 1650?
- Great American Authors: Since 1650 was directed by Scott Gordon, Ron Meyer.
- Who stars in Great American Authors: Since 1650?
- Great American Authors: Since 1650 stars Jane Kaczmarek, Libby Baker, Shauna Earp, Alphonse Keasley, Tom Kimball, Ambika Leigh.
- How long is Great American Authors: Since 1650?
- Great American Authors: Since 1650 has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is Great American Authors: Since 1650?
- Great American Authors: Since 1650 is a Documentary film.
- Where was Great American Authors: Since 1650 produced?
- Great American Authors: Since 1650 was produced in United States of America.