American masters. the actor's life for me / Lillian Gish :

Called "the first lady of the silent screen," Lillian Gish was the archetypal silent film heroine -- the delicate damsel in distress, stranded on a swift-moving ice floe, cowering before a sadistic brute. The film showcases generous footage of her most memorable performances. In this Emmy-...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors:	Sanders, Terry (Director, Producer), Cartwright, William T., 1920-2013 (Producer), Saint, Eva Marie, 1924- (Narrator)
Format:	Video
Language:	English
Language Notes:	In English.
Published:	Santa Monica, CA : American Film Foundation, 1988.
Subjects:	Gish, Lillian, > 1893-1993 > Interviews. Griffith, D. W. > (David Wark), > 1875-1948. Motion picture actors and actresses > United States > Interviews. interviews. Documentary television programs. Interviews. Documentaires télévisés.
Online Access:	Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)

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Summary:	Called "the first lady of the silent screen," Lillian Gish was the archetypal silent film heroine -- the delicate damsel in distress, stranded on a swift-moving ice floe, cowering before a sadistic brute. The film showcases generous footage of her most memorable performances. In this Emmy-award winning documentary, the celebrated actress reflects on her life and work spanning the 20th century, particularly her years as D.W. Griffith's favorite leading lady and collaborator.
Physical Description:	1 online resource (56 minutes)
Playing Time:	00:55:03
Awards:	Won, 1989 Emmy Awards, Outstanding Informational Special