The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

September. 27,1996      
Rating:
7.3
Trailer Synopsis Cast

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.

Al Hirschfeld as  Self
Lauren Bacall as  Self
Carol Channing as  Self
Julie Andrews as  Self
Joan Collins as  Self
Cy Coleman as  Self
Betty Comden as  Self
Frank Gifford as  Self
Kathie Lee Gifford as  Self
Roger Moore as  Self