The Perfect Tribute (1991)
A boy risks life and limb to travel across the war-torn southern states of America during the height of hostilities in the Civil War, hoping to visit his wounded brother in a field hospital on the other side of the country. His accidental meeting with Abraham Lincoln helps the disheartened president understand just how important the Gettysburg Address really is.
Director: Jack Bender
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: April 21, 1991
Cast
- Jason Robards - President Abraham Lincoln
- Lukas Haas - Benjamin Blair
- Campbell Scott - Carter Blair
- Katherine Helmond - Farm Woman
- Ed Flanders - Warren
- José Ferrer - Edward Everett
- Daniel Davis - Gov. Curtin
- Richard Jenkins - Blair
- Laurie Kennedy - Mrs. Blair
- Dakin Matthews - Dr. Thomas
Screenplay
- Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews (Short Story)
- Dennis Scott Brown (Teleplay)
Music: Lee Holdridge
Cinematography: Thomas Burstyn
Editing: Paul LaMastra
Production: Procter & Gamble Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
abraham lincoln
More Films by Director: Jack Bender
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Perfect Tribute about?
- A boy risks life and limb to travel across the war-torn southern states of America during the height of hostilities in the Civil War, hoping to visit his wounded brother in a field hospital on the other side of the country. His accidental meeting with Abraham Lincoln helps the disheartened president understand just how important the Gettysburg Address really is.
- Who directed The Perfect Tribute?
- The Perfect Tribute was directed by Jack Bender.
- Who stars in The Perfect Tribute?
- The Perfect Tribute stars Jason Robards, Lukas Haas, Campbell Scott, Katherine Helmond, Ed Flanders, José Ferrer.
- How long is The Perfect Tribute?
- The Perfect Tribute has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Perfect Tribute?
- The Perfect Tribute is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was The Perfect Tribute produced?
- The Perfect Tribute was produced in United States of America.