The Face of Lincoln

1956

Documentary

Edward Freed
21m
March 5, 1956

Overview

Head of the sculpture dpeartment at USC when this film was made (by USC), Merrell Gage was a lifelong expert on Abraham Lincoln. This short was a lecture often given by Gage, using wet clay to depict the on-going changes to Abe's face over the years as Abe altered his hairstyle, grew a beard, and showed the effects of aging. Shown on TV many times, a fascinating look at one of history's important statesmen.

Details

Status: Released
Release date: March 5, 1956
Original language: English
Production: Universal Pictures,University of Southern California,Cavalcade Pictures
Director: Edward Freed
Budget: Not recorded
Revenue: Not recorded
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