Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment
Originally released in 1963. Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment is a documentary film. directed by Robert Drew. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring James Lipscomb, John F. Kennedy, and George Wallace
Synopsis
During a two-day period before and after the University of Alabama integration crisis, the film uses five camera crews to follow President John F. Kennedy, attorney general Robert F. Kennedy, Alabama governor George Wallace, deputy attorney general Nicholas Katzenbach and the students Vivian Malone and James Hood. As Wallace has promised to personally block the two black students from enrolling in the university, the JFK administration discusses the best way to react to it, without rousing the crowd or making Wallace a martyr for the segregationist cause. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 1999.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 21, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
0h 52m
52 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (22 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ABC News
- Drew Associates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment about?
During a two-day period before and after the University of Alabama integration crisis, the film uses five camera crews to follow President John F. Kennedy, attorney general Robert F. Kennedy, Alaba...
Who directed Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment?
Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment was directed by Robert Drew.
How long is Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment?
Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).
When was Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment released?
Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment was released on October 21, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment?
The main cast of Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment includes James Lipscomb, John F. Kennedy, George Wallace, Robert F. Kennedy, Vivian Malone.