Ted Koppel Movies
- 2004
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This program from ABC News takes a look at the life of President Ronald Reagan by examining letters that he wrote over the years to Vietnam vets, farmers, leaders and other figures in history. The documentary also includes President Raegan's children who discuss their relationship with and memories of their father. ~ Cammila Albertson, All Movie Guide
- 2001
From 1992 to 2000 William Jefferson Clinton led the United States through a prosperous time and booming economy. As Clinton left the Capitol, succeeded by George W. Bush, his legacy is now one of public record. This joint effort between PBS and ABC brings the story to video. With interviews from such key Washington players as George Stephanopolous and Dee Dee Myers, the Frontline production shows viewers the wizard behind the curtain. Hosted by Nightline's Ted Koppel. ~ C. Dwayne Smith, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Chris Bury
Morrie Schwartz's inspirational story is told through a collection of interviews first broadcast on the ABC News series. These conversations with host Ted Koppel reveal him to be a warm soul with a feisty zest for life, even while he's in the grips of the debilitating affects of Lou Gehrig's disease. Schwartz's words of wisdom fulfill a dying wish to share his experiences with others, in hopes that these lessons learned will be of help to others. The purpose of his message is to assist those who might also be facing death, and in Schwartz's view, death with dignity is always possible with the right attitude. ~ Dan Macintosh, All Movie Guide
- 1993
The 16th president of the United States comes fully to life in the one-hour special Abraham Lincoln: A New Birth of Freedom. This PBS program explores the history of the gentle leader from birth to presidency. Lincoln was unlike any other world leader because of his sense of humanity and justice. Raised in the wilds of Kentucky, the tall gangly pioneer educated himself, eventually earning a law degree. His devotion to freedom was played out during his unique reign in the White House. By far, Lincoln's greatest challenge was navigating the Civil War and its aftereffects. Dedicated to the abolishment of slavery, Lincoln fought hard to maintain that ideal while holding the Union together. All the while, he had to fight the possibility of a British invasion. This in-depth documentary features the voices of Andrew Young, Peter Coyote, and Louis Gossett Jr. It offers a rare glimpse into the motivations of one of America's greatest heroes. ~ Sarah Ing, All Movie Guide
This documentary examines the career of legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow, whose frontline coverage of World War II and courageous confrontation of J. Edgar Hoover during the height of McCarthyism made him a heroic figure in his field. CBS correspondent Charles Kuralt narrates the film as it explores the new paths that Murrow forged in news and investigation. ~ Cammila Albertson, All Movie Guide
- 1990
This ABC News special features the first interview granted by Nelson Mandela on his 1990 visit to the United States. Mr. Mandela speaks with Ted Koppel for 71 minutes and answers questions from the studio audience. Topics covered include his 27 years in South Africa's prisons, the struggle against apartheid and its eventual collapse, and the future of a united South Africa. News footage and analysis bookend the interview and place the viewer unfamiliar with events in context. Serious in tone, this lengthy interview with one of this century's most fascinating figures is certainly appropriate for both high school and college classrooms.
~ Rob Ferrier, All Movie Guide
- 1990
This video features clips from the first decade of the news show's run since it was first broadcast in March of 1980. Never-before-seen footage, poignant moments, and controversial interviews are shown and moderated by Nightline anchor Ted Koppel. The news series began on ABC as demand grew for more in-depth news during the 15-month Iranian Hostage crisis from the end of 1979 to 1981. From that crisis on, Nightline continued to provide detailed coverage of the major political, military, social, and economic news stories of the day. Highlighted in this video is a selection of insightful and memorable Nightline segments from 1980 to 1990. ~ Cecilia Cygnar, All Movie Guide
- 1986
Peter Jennings and Ted Koppel host this four-tape video series, created from the award-winning ABC News special, 45/85: America and the World Since World War II. The collection covers the people, triumphs, tragedies, and world events that defined this critical period in history, from V-J Day to Ronald Reagan's rise to power. 45/85: America and the World Since World War II, Vol. 4 - 1976-1985 documents America's bicentennial, the Carter administration, Iran and the hostage crisis, war in Afghanistan, the Reagan years, and the summit conference in Geneva. This final volume of the series features a roundtable discussion between presidents Nixon, Ford, Carter and Reagan.
~ Sally Barber, All Movie Guide
~ Sally Barber, All Movie Guide
- 1986
This program is the complete record of the Wiesenthal conference on Terrorism. Discussion focused on what terrorism is an how to stop it. ~ All Movie Guide
- 1986
Peter Jennings and Ted Koppel host this four-tape video series, created from the award-winning ABC News special, 45/85: America and the World Since World War II. The collection covers the people, triumphs, tragedies, and world events that defined this critical period in history, from V-J Day to Ronald Reagan's rise to power. 45/85: America and the World Since World War II, Vol. 2 - 1953-1960 documents the end of the Korean War, U.S. spy efforts on the Soviet Union, the invention of television, Japan's leap into domination of the consumer electronic industry, American civil rights versus McCarthyism, and the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik. ~ Sally Barber, All Movie Guide
- 1986
45/85: America and the World Since World War II is a four-volume collection chronicling the history of the United States from 1945 to 1985. The program details a wide array of events, from the end of World War II to the resolution of the Korean War, from the Kennedy era to Watergate, from Jimmy Carter's presidency to Ronald Reagan's reign. Ted Koppel hosts the series. This volume covers the years from 1953-1960. ~ Betsy Boyd, All Movie Guide
- 1986
Peter Jennings and Ted Koppel host this four-tape video series, created from the award-winning ABC News special, 45/85: America and the World Since World War II. The collection covers the people, triumphs, tragedies, and world events that defined this critical period in history, from V-J Day to Ronald Reagan's rise to power. 45/85: America and the World Since World War II, Vol. 3 - 1961-1975 documents the Bay of Pigs, the Cuban missile crisis, President John F. Kennedy's assassination, the Vietnam War, the moon landing, the Nixon era, and Watergate. ~ Sally Barber, All Movie Guide
- 1981
This historical news video focuses on the Iran Hostage Crisis in which Iran was held captive by terrorist radicals who tortured hostages in full view of the world as they thumbed their noses at the authority of other nations to prevent their perfidy. ~ Tana Hobart, All Movie Guide
- 1980
In this nine-volume series, ABC News presents a comprehensive look at the significant people, places, and events which defined the nation between 1900 and 1979. This informative and entertaining set presents a collection of historical footage depicting both the cultural and political forces of the period. History of the 20th Century, Vol. 7: 1960 - 1964 recounts the complex and tumultuous early '60s. Program features include John Kennedy's assassination, the Bay of Pigs crisis, and the threat of nuclear war, the March on Washington, the space race, and Roger Maris, who broke Babe Ruth's record with 61 home runs. This documentary vividly illustrates the turmoil and incredible changes occurring throughout the era. ~ Sally Barber, All Movie Guide
- 1980
In this nine-volume series, ABC News presents a comprehensive look at the significant people, places, and events which defined the nation between 1900 and 1979. This informative and entertaining set presents a collection of historical footage depicting both the cultural and political forces of the period. History of the 20th Century, Vol. 8: 1965 - 1969 recounts the continuing turmoil of the 1960s. Features include violence at the 1968 Democratic National Convention, the Nixon/Agnew presidential election, war protests, the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., Beatlemania, and the landing of Apollo 11 on the moon. The documentary vividly illustrates the tumult and incredible changes occurring throughout the era. ~ Sally Barber, All Movie Guide
- 1980
Using archival footage, photographs, and narration to bring important historical events to life, the History of the 20th Century series recounts the moments and trends that have shaped the United States of the 21st century. History of the 20th Century, Vol. 9: 1970-1979 is a one-hour program that explores the complexities America faced over the waging of the Vietnam War, Nixon's resignation after the botched burglary attempt at the Watergate Hotel, the election of a peanut farmer from Georgia, Jimmy Carter, for president, and the hostage crisis in Iran that would drag on for a whole year, eventually paving the way for the election of Ronald Reagan. ~ Sean Hurley, All Movie Guide
- 1975
This is an ABC News documentary which covers the tragic ending of the Vietnam War, using a collection of stories which show the American abandonment of the U.S. Embassy in Saigon and speculation on the consequences to the general population as the country sits poised on the edge of a sword awaiting the arrival of the Khmer Rouge. ~ Tana Hobart, All Movie Guide
