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DVD

Hemingway

Author

Ken Burns

Call Number

  • DVD 921 H488HE (CEN, OSH)

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Languages

English or Spanish dialogue; English or Spanish subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Performers

Narrated by Peter Coyote ; voices, Jeff Daniels, Meryl Streep, Keri Russell, Mary-Louise Parker, Patricia Clarkson, Olivia Gilliatt, Arlo Hill, Josh Lucas, Joe Morton, Dave Quay.

Publication Information

[Arlington, VA] : PBS Distribution, [2021]

Physical Description

3 videodiscs (approximately 360 minutes) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.

Audience

TV-14.

Summary

HEMINGWAY examines the visionary work and turbulent life of one of the greatest and most influential American writers--Ernest Hemingway. Intimate and insightful, the series weaves together Hemingway's biography with excerpts from his work. The film penetrates the myth of Hemingway to reveal a deeply troubled and ultimately tragic figure.

Notes

Originally broadcast as a three-part PBS documentary series in 2021.

Contents

  • AtWriter (1899-1929)
  • The Avatar (1929-1944)
  • The Blank page (1944-1961).

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