Series — 1997
Thomas Jefferson (1997)
The complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this probing documentary. Covering Jefferson's diplomatic work in France, his two presidential terms, his retirement at Monticello and more.
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A high-signal pick with 13 votes.
American Lives Film Project / Florentine Films / WETA
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S1 · 0/2 watchedDirector: Ken Burns
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Cast & crew
Sam Waterston
Thomas Jefferson (voice)
Blythe Danner
Martha Jefferson (voice)
Gwyneth Paltrow
Jefferson's grandaughter (voice)
Ossie Davis
Narrator (voice)
Michael Potts
Isaac
Gore Vidal
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George Will
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