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The Education of Gore Vidal

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NR,1hr 24min
Released:
January 1, 2002
Directors:
Deborah Dickson, Chana Gazit
Starring:
Anne Jackson, Gore Vidal, Paul Newman  ...more
Synopsis: Always his own best audience, celebrated author, social critic, and self-described political "nag" Gore Vidal also proves the ideal master of ceremonies (via film clips from an extended interview) for this biographical documentary. From the vantage point of his villa in Ravello, Italy, Vidal recalls his own tempestuous life and career, all the while dispensing caustic barbs aimed at the country of his birth, "The United States of Amnesia." The author's most famous literary works are touched upon, ... Full Synopsis
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Todd Kristel, AMG Review
It may be impossible to fully cover Gore Vidal's long life, varied career and many outspoken opinions in a documentary of this length. So it's not surprising that this film doesn't manage to cover everything, particularly since "everything" would require an extensive examination of American history and politics. The documentary allows some people to contribute their insights on Vidal, but doesn't cover ... Full Review
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