The Obama Years: The Power of Words

Overview

Barack Obama launched into our national consciousness at the 2004 Democratic National Convention and ever since, he's delivered messages of patriotism, unity, and hope through the power of words. But of all the speeches he's given, six in particular may define his legacy as, in historian Doris Kearns Goodwin's words, "one of the best writers and orators in the presidency." Interviews with eminent historians and key figures in his writing process give rare insights into these iconic speeches, as well as the Obama presidency and the man himself.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 9, 2017

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Smithsonian Networks,SNI/SI Networks L.L.C

Cast

David Axelrod,John Lewis,Doris Kearns Goodwin,Barack Obama,Harry Rubenstein,Cody Keenan,Douglas Brinkley,Valerie Jarrett,Jesse Williams,Jon Favreauand 1 more

Writer

Jody Schiliro

Producer

Jody Schiliro

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt15347528