The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

Basic Info:

Released Date:

1996-09-27

Languages:

English

Countries:

USA

Runtime:

86 min

IMDB Ratings:

7.2 (168 Reviews)

Fullplot:

The childhood, adolescence, and incredible adult years of Al Hirshfeld, 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.

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