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  • The Face of Lincoln (1956)
  • Short | 20 min | Documentary, Short
The Face of Lincoln (1956)
Short | 20 min | Documentary, Short
Head of the sculpture dpeartment at USC when this film was made (by USC), Merrell Gage was a lifelong expert on Abraham Lincoln. This short was a lecture often given by Gage, using wet clay to depict the on-going changes to Abe's face over...See moreHead of the sculpture dpeartment at USC when this film was made (by USC), Merrell Gage was a lifelong expert on Abraham Lincoln. This short was a lecture often given by Gage, using wet clay to depict the on-going changes to Abe's face over the years as Abe altered his hairstyle, grew a beard, and showed the effects of aging. Shown on TV many times, a fascinating look at one of history's important statesmen. Written by G.E. Nordell See less
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Director
Edward Freed
Producer
Wilbur T. Blume
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Updated Mar 5, 1956
Release date
Mar 5, 1956 (United States)
Awards
Won 1 Oscar Award. Another 1 nomination

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