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
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Al Hirschfeld as Self |
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Lauren Bacall as Self |
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Carol Channing as Self |
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Julie Andrews as Self |
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Joan Collins as Self |
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Cy Coleman as Self |
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Betty Comden as Self |
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Frank Gifford as Self |
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Kathie Lee Gifford as Self |
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Roger Moore as Self |
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Chita Rivera as Self |
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Barbara Walters as Self |
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Dolly Haas as Self |
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Katharine Hepburn as Self (voice) (uncredited) |
| Production | Susan W. Dryfoos | Producer |
| Editing | Angelo Corrao | Editor |
| Sound | Ray Palagy | Sound Editor |
| Writing | Susan W. Dryfoos | Writer |
| Crew | Dick Blofson | Cinematography |
| Production | Angelo Corrao | Associate Producer |
| Crew | Jeff Grunther | Cinematography |
| Directing | Susan W. Dryfoos | Director |
