Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson

1997 ""
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson

7.7 | 3h0m | en | History

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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7.7 | 3h0m | en | History , Documentary
Synopsis

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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Cast

Sam Waterston , Blythe Danner , Gwyneth Paltrow

Director

Ken Burns

Producted By

Florentine Films , WETA