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Eleanor Roosevelt

80 %|Jan 10, 2000|Documentary, History

Eleanor Roosevelt struggled to overcome an unhappy childhood, betrayal in her marriage, a controlling mother-in-law, and gripping depressions — all the while staying true to her passion for social justice. This biography includes rare home movies, contemporary footage, and reflections from Eleanor’s closest surviving relatives, as well as biographers Blanche Wiesen Cook, Allida Black, and Geoffrey C. Ward, bringing to vibrant life one of the century’s most influential women.

Featured Crew

Sue Williams
Writer
Kathryn Dietz
Producer
Sue Williams
Director
Judith Vecchione
Executive Producer
Hilary Klotz
Associate Producer
Howard Sharp
Editor
Sue Williams
Producer

Cast

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Alfre Woodard
Narrator (voice)
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Eleanor Roosevelt
Self (archive footage)