The Eleanor Roosevelt Story

The Eleanor Roosevelt Story (1965)

Not Rated 08 Nov 1965 • Documentary, Biography, History • 1h 30m
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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.

Richard Kaplan
Director
Archibald Macleish
Writer
Archibald Macleish, Eric Sevareid, Corinne Alsop Cole
Starring

Language: English
Awards: Won 1 Oscar. 3 wins total
Country: United States
Metacritic Score:
DVD Release Date: 25 Jan 2017
Box Office Total:

6.4

IMDb (202 votes)
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