Benjamin Franklin (2002)
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This PBS documentary demonstrates that there was more to Benjamin Franklin than most contemporary observers could imagine. The diversity of Franklin's achievements exceeded even what we know today, going far beyond the inventions, the Almanac, the statesmanship, the diplomacy...and the amorous conquests. Much of the teleplay is told in Franklin's own words, relayed in "talking head" fashion by two different actors: Dylan Baker as young Ben, and Richard Easton as the elderly Franklin. Other commentary is offered by a team of eminent historians and by narrator Colm Feore. Intended as a three-part miniseries, Benjamin Franklin ultimately aired in two segments, on November 19 and 20, 2002. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Starring:
- Richard Easton, Dylan Baker, (more)
- Director(s):
- Muffie Meyer, Ellen Hovde, (more)
- Format(s):
- DVD
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Synopsis of Benjamin Franklin
This PBS documentary demonstrates that there was more to Benjamin Franklin than most contemporary observers could imagine. The diversity of Franklin's achievements exceeded even what we know today, going far beyond the inventions, the Almanac, the statesmanship, the diplomacy...and the amorous conquests. Much of the teleplay is told in Franklin's own words, relayed in "talking head" fashion by two different actors: Dylan Baker as young Ben, and Richard Easton as the elderly Franklin. Other commentary is offered by a team of eminent historians and by narrator Colm Feore. Intended as a three-part miniseries, Benjamin Franklin ultimately aired in two segments, on November 19 and 20, 2002. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 210 mins
Complete Cast of Benjamin Franklin
- Richard Easton - Benjamin Franklin
- Colm Feore - Narrator
- Dylan Baker - Young Benjamin Franklin
- Director(s):
- Ellen Hovde, Muffie Meyer
- Writer(s):
- Ronald Blumer
- Producer(s):
- Muffie Meyer, Charles Darby, Ellen Hovde
- Categories:
- Documentary
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