
Richard Kaplan documents the life of one of America's most influential first ladies. Orphaned at age 10, Eleanor Roosevelt marries her fifth cousin, Franklin D. Roosevelt, in 1905. His election in 1932 allows Eleanor to step up to national prominence, battling for civil rights and visiting troops during World War II. After her husband's death, Roosevelt continues to advocate for human rights at the U.N., proving herself one of America's great humanitarians.... (Full plot summary below)
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Richard Kaplan documents the life of one of America's most influential first ladies. Orphaned at age 10, Eleanor Roosevelt marries her fifth cousin, Franklin D. Roosevelt, in 1905. His election in 1932 allows Eleanor to step up to national prominence, battling for civil rights and visiting troops during World War II. After her husband's death, Roosevelt continues to advocate for human rights at the U.N., proving herself one of America's great humanitarians.
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| User ReviewByron BExcellent documentary about a fascinating woman in American history. Well made, great narration and great film clips, well edited together. Always interesting and it gives the viewer a deep understanding of Eleanor Roosevelt. |
| User ReviewGraceann MEleanor was a fascinating woman, but this was shot too close to her passing to have any real insight into that fact. I much prefer more recent documentaries on her life. |
| User ReviewJim HThis Oscar winning documentary profiles the First Lady and humanitarian crusader. While I admit that I learned a lot I never would have known without this film, I nevertheless think this film is merely propaganda. It lauds Roosevelt incessantly, and the few criticisms it levels are quickly tempered. Overall, this feels more like a eulogy than a documentary. |