Ken Burns explores the history of America's premier symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Features rare archival photographs, paintings, drawings, readings from diaries, letters, and newspapers of the day -- a symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants.
"For more than 100 years, the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants. In this lyrical, compelling and provocative portrait of the statue, Ken Burns explores both the history of America's premier symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Featuring rare archival photographs, paintings and drawings, readings from actual diaries, letters and newspapers of the day, the fascinating story of this universally admired monument is told.In interviews with Americans from all walks of life, including former Governor Mario Cuomo, Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, writers James Baldwin and Jerzy Kosinski, This video examines the nature of liberty and the significance of the statue to American life."
"Ken Burns explores the history of America's premier symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Features rare archival photographs, paintings, drawings, readings from diaries, letters, and newspapers of the day -- a symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants."@en
"Presentation of the history of the Statue of Liberty, and its significance to American culture and genrerations of immigrants."@en
"Features archival photographs, paintings and drawings to tell the story of the statue's construction and installation, along with readings from diaries, letters and newspaper accounts. Part 2 includes interviews with New York Governor Mario Cuomo, writers James Baldwin and Jerzy Kosinski and musician Ray Charles. Film clips show Charlie Chaplin, Jimmy Stuart and Charlton Heston in Hollywood episodes with the statue."@en
"Explores the history of the Statue of Liberty and discusses what the symbol means to Americans."@en
"Uses archival photographs, paintings and newspaper reports to tell the story of the construction and installation of the Statue of Liberty."@en
"Portrait of the Statue of Liberty which explores both the history of this American symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Featuring rare archival photographs, paintings and drawings, plus excerpts from diaries, letters and newspapers."@en
""For more than 100 years, the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and a refuge for generations of immigrants. In this lyrical, compelling and provocative portrait of the statue, Ken Burns explores both the history of America's premier symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Featuring rare archival photographs, paintings and drawings, readings from actual diaries, letters and newspapers of the day, the fascinating story of this universally admired monument is told."--Original container."@en
""For more than 100 years, the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and a refuge for generations of immigrants. In this lyrical, compelling and provocative portrait of the statue, Ken Burns explores both the history of America's premier symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Featuring rare archival photographs, paintings and drawings, readings from actual diaries, letters and newspapers of the day, the fascinating story of this universally admired monument is told."--Container."@en
""Filmmaker Ken Burns presents the definitive portrait of this great lady of the American imagination, in a program that won nominations for both an Academy Award and an Emmy. Follow her life, from her creation by French sculptor Auguste Bartholdi, through her painstaking construction and accident-prone dedication in 1886. Interviews with ordinary Americans reveal a deep understanding of the unique place the statue holds in our hearts"--Publisher's website."
""Filmmaker Ken Burns presents the definitive portrait of this great lady of the American imagination, in a program that won nominations for both an Academy Award and an Emmy. Follow her life, from her creation by French sculptor Auguste Bartholdi, through her painstaking construction and accident-prone dedication in 1886. Interviews with ordinary Americans reveal a deep understanding of the unique place the statue holds in our hearts"--Publisher's website."@en
"Documentary focusing on the background of the design, the construction of "Liberty," and transporting it across the Atlantic. The concept of liberty as symbolized by the statue is discussed."
"Features archival photographs, paintings and drawings to tell the story of the statue's construction and installation, along with readings from diaries, letters and newspaper accounts. Part 2 includes interviews with New York Governor Mario Cuomo, writers James Baldwin and Jerzy Kosinski and musician Ray Charles. Film clips show Charlie Chaplin, Jimmy Stuart and Charleton Heston in Hollywood episodes with the statue."@en
"Traces the American monument from its early conception and construction to its present life as a symbol and cultural beacon. In two parts, The Idea and The Promise, this film interweaves recollections, old photographs, diaries, film clips and modern footage to tell the story of this gift from the French."@en
"Ken Burns explores the history of America's premier symbol and the meaning of liberty itself. Features rare archival photographs, paintings, drawings, readings from diaries, letters, and newspapers of the day -- a symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants."
"A documentary on the symbol of freedom which stands in New York Harbor, tracing the statue's history from her creation through her current refurbishment."
"A documentary on the symbol of freedom which stands in New York Harbor, tracing the statue's history from her creation through her current refurbishment."@en
"Explores the history of the Statue and the meaning of liberty itself on the occasion of the Statue's renovation."@en
"Ken Burns presents the definitive portrait of America's great lady, in a program nominated for an Oscar and an Emmy. Follow the American icon's life, from creation by French sculptor Auguste Bartholdi through painstaking construction and accident-prone 1886 dedication. Interviews with ordinary Americans reveal the unique place the statue holds in our hearts. DVD extras include "Ken Burns: Making History" and "A Conversation with Ken Burns.""@en
"For more than 100 years the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants. In interviews with Americans from all walks of life - including former New York governor Mario Cuomo, the late congresswoman Barbara Jordan and the late writers James Baldwin and Jerzy Kosinski. This video examines the nature of freedom and the statue's significance within American life."
"Through archival stills and footage, present-day scenes, and the remarks of contemporary public figures, focuses on the history of, and ideology symbolized by, the Statue of Liberty."
"Through archival stills and footage, present-day scenes, and the remarks of contemporary public figures, focuses on the history of, and ideology symbolized by, the Statue of Liberty."@en
"Portrays the Statue of Liberty from its creation through its restoration in 1986."@en
"Explores the history of the Statue of Liberty and discusses what the symbol means to Americans. Features archival photographs, paintings and drawings to tell the story of the Statue's construction and installation, along with readings from diaries, letters and newspaper accounts. Includes interviews with Mario Cuomo, James Baldwin, Jerzy Kosinski and Ray Charles. Film clips show Charlie Chaplin, Jimmy Stuart and Charleton Heston in Hollywood episodes with the Statue."
"Explores the history of the construction of the Statue of Liberty, and the evolution and the meaning of the ideal for which it was constructed."
"Explores the history of the construction of the Statue of Liberty, and the evolution and the meaning of the ideal for which it was constructed."@en
"The story of "The Lady", from her early days to her restoration."@en
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