Sunrise at Campobello

★6.0

The sun came up twice that day. Once in the heavens for all the world to see... once in the darkness for a man, his wife, and their children alone to share...

The story of Franklin Roosevelt's bout with polio at age 40 in 1921 and how his family (and especially his wife Eleanor) cope with his illness. From being stricken while vacationing at Campobello to his triumphant nominating speech for Al Smith's presidency in 1924, the story follows the various influences on his life and his determination to recover.

Vincent J. Donehue

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Dore Schary,Dore Schary

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Walter Reilly,Dore Schary

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28-09-1960

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144 min

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★ 6.0

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28-09-1960

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144 min

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English

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Vincent J. Donehue

Vincent J. Donehue was an American director celebrated for his contributions to theater, film, and television. Born in Whitehall, New York, he served in the Army Air Force during World War II before pursuing a career in the arts. Donehue directed several notable Broadway productions, including The Trip to Bountiful (1953) and The Sound of Music (1959), earning a Tony Award for Best Direction for Sunrise at Campobello (1958). He also directed the film adaptation of Sunrise at Campobello (1960), which garnered critical acclaim. Donehue's work was characterized by his ability to elicit powerful performances and his dedication to storytelling across multiple mediums.

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