The roosevelts controlled america for a good part of the first half of the 20th century, and their legacy remains controversial to this day. Ken burns the roosevelts deserves the highest accolades for its craftsmanship and its unequaled, perhaps previously unattempted recapturing of the roosevelts inner and personal lives, within the context of domestic reform and international eventsalways committed to acton. Documentarian ken burns strikes again in the roosevelts. This is a family history that is a sweeping drama, rich with stories of personal and political power, sex, love and death, said beth.
This sevenpart documentary weaves together the stories of theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt, three members of one of the most prominent and influential families in american politics. An intimate history chronicles the lives of theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in american politics. An intimate history is a 2014 american documentary film directed and produced by ken burns. The sevenpart, fourteenhour series features the lives of theodore, eleanor, and franklin roosevelt. This sevenpart, 14 hour film follows the roosevelts for more than a century. Pbs film quote the roosevelts is ken burns at his best. The only thing i have a small problem is the length. I cant wait to see his upcoming doc on the roosevelts. An intimate history is a 2014 american television documentary miniseries directed and produced by ken burns.
Ken burns chronicles the lives of theodore, franklin, and eleanor roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in american politics. The 14hour series marks the first time their individual stories have been woven into a single narrative, and it is the first time that pbs premiered such a film in twohour blocks over seven consecutive nights. An intimate history chronicles the lives of theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and. The civil war 1990 was hailed as the best series of its kind since the world at war. Ken burns chronicles the lives of theodore, franklin, and eleanor roosevelt.
After william mckinleys assassination, theodore roosevelt arrives in washington in 1901 as the youngest president of the united states. Aug 01, 2014 peer into the private lives of the most public of people, theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt, with director ken burns as the monumental saga of one of the most exceptional american families. A ken burns documentary about theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt, who played pivotal roles in shaping modern america. This is a story wrought with tragedy and enough screwball comedy to keep the laughs flowing. It covers 104 years, between the birth of theodore 1858 and the. This book was a companion piece to the pbs documentary the roosevelts. Released by pbs kids in 2014 containing music from the roosevelts. An american family produces two presidents and a powerful first lady who bring unparalleled change and greater opportunity to the nation. Download the tv guide app for iphone, ipad and android. An intimate history and get the latest breaking news, exclusive videos and pictures, episode recaps and much more at. An intimate history tv series with direct download links for free on grabthebeast. An intimate history tv show online in high quality and small size with english subtitles directly. Sep 14, 2014 in the documentary series the roosevelts. A ken burns documentary about theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt, who played pivotal roles.
The roosevelts story is typical of past power politics in the usa, where a compliant media ensured that truth was the first casualty. Select any poster below to play the movie, totally free. Ken burnss new tv documentary on the roosevelts has the. Ken burns 14hour documentary, which aired on pbs, is out on bluray in a sevendisc set. An intimate history which aired in the fall of 2014. Peer into the private lives of the most public of people, theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt, with director ken burns as the monumental saga of. An intimate history, ken burns and writer geoffrey c. An intimate history chronicles the lives of theodore, franklin, and eleanor roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in american politics. The 14hour series marks the first time their individual stories have been woven into a single narrative, and it is the first time that pbs premiered such a film.
The roosevelts an intimate history airs on pbs theodore. Pulling together rare archival footage and images, the documentary digs deeply into the lives of these three great historical influencers. The roosevelts an intimate history soundtrack cd details and availability. An intimate history is a wonderful look at the history of one of the greatest american dynasties. An intimate history as well as listening to examples of his radio talks.
This sevenpart, fourteen hour film follows the roosevelts for more than a century, from theodores birth in 1858 to eleanors death in 1962. This behindthescenes bonus looks at the sevenpart series, as filmmaker burns describes how he brings the story of theodore, eleanor and franklin roosevelt to life. It is the first time in a major documentary television series that their individual stories have been interwoven into a single narrative. Ward have a topic every bit as big as their canvas, and a subject that feels especially timely given the u. Ken burns chronicles the lives of theodore, franklin, and eleanor roosevelt, three members of the. An intimate history critics consensus clearly a labor of love for ken burns, the roosevelts makes for compelling viewing and admires its subjects without stooping to hagiography. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. It is the first time in a major documentary television series that their individual stories have been interwoven into a. Ill be reminded again tonight, and every night till saturday when the series concludes. Take an intimate look at a family saga spanning two world wars and more than 100 years. Much of the first episode was filmed inside theodore roosevelt birthplace. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comic con new york comic con sundance toronto intl film festival awards central festival central celebs born today most popular celebs most popular celebs celebrity news. Ken burns chronicles the lives of theodore, franklin, and eleanor roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family. He is an awardwinning producer and director of documentary films.
A strong and active faith 19441962 frail and failing but determined to see the war through to victory, fdr wins reelection and begins planning for a peaceful. Pulling together rare archival footage and images, the documentary digs deeply into the lives of these three great. An intimate history episodes, get episode information, recaps and more. From pbs and ken burns ken burns chronicles the lives of theodore, franklin, and eleanor roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in american politics.
Aug 30, 2014 director ken burns and writer geoffrey c. Having said that, the family certainly did more for the lot of the working us citizen than anyone since, and the personal foibles are minor compared to some of the antics of more recent incumbents. An intimate history tv miniseries 2014 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. An intimate history soundtrack from 2014, composed by david cieri. I certainly didnt need to go to the gym while reading this book as it was massive and weighed probably 20 lbs before there were the kennedys there were the roosevelts and their family saga was just as interesting. Ive been reminded of this for the last three evenings watching ken burns new documentary series, the roosevelts. This sevenpart, 14 hour film follows the roosevelts for more than a. His work is edited so superbly and the commentators are always on point. It covers the lives and times of the three most prominent members of the roosevelt family, theodore roosevelt, a republican and the 26th president of the united states. On september 14, 2014, pbs stations across the country will begin broadcasting the latest film by ken burns, the roosevelts. On sunday, september 14, 2014, pbs will begin to air the roosevelts. An intimate history, a 14hour miniseries that traces the lives of former presidents franklin delano and theodore roosevelt and former first lady eleanor roosevelt. An intimate history, the lives of an american political dynasty are examined.
I love the way they make some parts narrated as if a person from that era is talking. By the late summer of 1939, franklin delano roosevelt is halfway through his second term in office. Roosevelt, a democrat, the 32nd president of the united states, and fifth cousin of. Jan 01, 2014 i certainly didnt need to go to the gym while reading this book as it was massive and weighed probably 20 lbs before there were the kennedys there were the roosevelts and their family saga was just as interesting. An intimate history by geoffrey ward and ken burns, is a companion volume to an upcoming pbs series and is richly laden with images. From pbs sample the ken burns documentary the roosevelts. Ward share their perspectives on the remarkable lives of theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt, which come together in the new documentary, the. An intimate history, a masterpiece even by his standards. On imdb tv, you can catch hollywood hits and popular tv series at no cost. There have been so many documentaries on the three roosevelts theodore, franklin, and eleanor that when ken burns documentary was announced i wondered what more could be said. I think hes in a class by himself when it comes to american history. Apr 18, 2014 take an intimate look at a family saga spanning two world wars and more than 100 years. The extraordinary lives of theodore, franklin and eleanor roosevelt come to life with ken burnss the.
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