David McCullough: Painting with Words
Watch TrailerAuthor/historian David McCullough welcomes viewers into his public and private world in this film. Produced by Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman--who adapted McCullough's 'John Adams' for the 7-part HBO miniseries--this documentary paints an affectionate, first-person portrait of the two-time Pulitzer Prize winner as he gives a speech and even visits his old Brooklyn neighborhood.
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| Year | 2008 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Mark Herzog |
| Runtime | 37 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (2 votes) |
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The film constructs an intimate portrait by relying on McCullough's own words during public lectures and private moments, exploring the historian's deep connection to his subjects. It builds a bridge between his personal narrative and the grand stories he tells.
What lingers after viewing is a profound appreciation for the quiet craft of storytelling and the weight of carefully chosen words. A meditative tribute to a life devoted to history. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Mark Herzog
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