The Line King: The Al Hirschfeld Story

Plot

The childhood, adolescence, and incredible adult years of Al Hirschfeld, celebrated creator of thousands of line drawings of famous people - many in the entertainment industry - over a span of more than sixty years. He is still drawing in his nineties. His interesting domestic life, political, and cultural views are highlights. In addition, he talks about himself a bit - seriously and lightly.(At one point he he claims that his only form of exercise has been to live in his Manhattan townhouse: stairs). He drives his car around Manhattan - an adventure in itself. Brief interviews with, and reminiscences of many friends and associates.

Cast

Al Hirschfeld

Self

Lauren Bacall

Self

Carol Channing

Self

Julie Andrews

Self

Joan Collins

Self

Cy Coleman

Self

Betty Comden

Self

Frank Gifford

Self

Kathie Lee Gifford

Self

Roger Moore

Self

Chita Rivera

Self

Barbara Walters

Self

Dolly Haas

Self

Katharine Hepburn

Self (voice) (uncredited)