The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story
Documentary
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.
1996-09-27
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Cast
Al Hirschfeld as Self
Lauren Bacall as Self
Carol Channing as Self
Julie Andrews as Self
Joan Collins as Self
Cy Coleman as Self
Frank Gifford as Self
Kathie Lee Gifford as Self
Roger Moore as Self
Chita Rivera as Self
Barbara Walters as Self
Dolly Haas as Self
Katharine Hepburn as Self (voice) (uncredited)