Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1940) | |
| Director(s) | John Cromwell |
| Producer(s) | Max Gordon |
| Top Genres | Biographical, Drama, Film Adaptation, Historical |
| Top Topics | Based on Play, Politics, Presidents |
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Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1940) was a Biographical - Drama Film directed by John Cromwell and produced by Max Gordon.
SYNOPSIS
This screen adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Robert E. Sherwood depicts the life of America's 16th president. From his early days as a modest shopkeeper in Illinois to his reluctant decision to run for political office for the first time, the film delves into the personal struggles of the man the world came to know as the Great Emancipator. Massey is particularly brilliant in this role, especially in the depiction of the Lincoln-Douglas debates.
(Source: available at Amazon AMC Classic Movie Companion).
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Academy Awards 1940 --- Ceremony Number 13 (source: AMPAS)
| Award | Recipient | Result |
| Best Actor | Raymond Massey | Nominated |
| Best Cinematography | James Wong Howe | Nominated |
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Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1940)
By Beatrice on Apr 12, 2014 From Flickers in TimeAbe Lincoln in Illinois Directed by John Cromwell Written by Robert E. Sherwood based on his play 1940/USA Max Gordon Plays & Pictures Corporation/RKO Radio Pictures First viewing/Streaming on Amazon Instant Video I love Raymond Massey’s portrayal of Lincoln. ?But does it make up for all... Read full article
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Film debut of Herbert Rudley and Ruth Gordon.
After his success playing Lincoln in the film and on Broadway, Raymond Massey began to assume the character in real life. He often appeared at social gatherings dressed in Lincoln-esque attire, assuming a Lincoln-like manner and speech. His friend, the playwright George S. Kaufman, observed, "Massey won't be satisfied until someone assassinates him."
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