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.

Released Sept. 27, 1996 86 min None+

Genres: Biography, Documentary

Keywords: imdb.cartoonist, imdb.1900s, imdb.character-name-in-title, imdb.1980s, imdb.tahiti, imdb.1970s, imdb.artist + 12 more, imdb.1960s, imdb.new-york, imdb.1950s, imdb.1940s, imdb.1930s, imdb.1920s, imdb.1910s, imdb.theater, imdb.caricature, imdb.independent-film, imdb.new-york-city, awards.oscar-nominated