Thomas Jefferson
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.
Thomas Jefferson (1997)
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Countries
United States of America
Ratings
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7.5/10
11 votes
Rating consensus
75/100 blend
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Warm reception overall — weighted ~75/100 across 1 rating source. The listed meters mostly agree.
Cast
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
Self
George Will
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Thomas Jefferson (1997)
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