The Day of the Oath (1965)
"This film presents rare documentary footage of presidential inaugurations, from William McKinley in 1897 to Lyndon Johnson in 1965. The film conveys the strength, stability, and continuity of the U.S. government. Included in the program are highlights of the 1965 inaugural parade, footage from the inaugural balls, and performances by Carol Channing, Louis Armstrong, Margot Fonteyn, and Rudolf Nureyev. The film was produced by News of the Day, written and directed by Walter de Hoog, narrated by James Cagney, and includes original music by Bruce Herschensohn" (US National Archives).
Director: Walter de Hoog
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James Cagney as Narrator |
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Louis Armstrong as Self |
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Lyndon B. Johnson as Self |
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Lady Bird Johnson as Self |
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Harry Belafonte as Self |
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Carol Channing as Self |
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Margot Fonteyn as Self |
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Rudolf Nureyev as Self |
| Directing | Walter de Hoog | Director |
| Writing | Walter de Hoog | Writer |
| Sound | Bruce Herschensohn | Music |
