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.

86min
1996
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating7.3/10

About The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story Overview

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.

Runtime: 86min

Extra details

Original Title: The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story
Original Language: English
Directed By: Susan W. Dryfoos
Production Companies
The New York TimesNew York Times ProductionsCastle Hill Productions