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The Speech

February 7, 2017 0h 52m

Originally released in 2017. The Speech is a feature film. directed by Eduard Erne. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

November 4th, 2008. President-elect Barack Obama addresses an enthusiastic gathering in Chicago's Grant Park. With the three words 'Yes, we can', Barack Obama sums up the America's optimism and its capacity for change. The documentary 'The Speech' sets out to take this historic speech at its word. It seeks a dialogue about words and their effect, while also assessing a whole era. It takes us back to the beginning of Obama's presidency, to the energy of his words, to the hopes and achievements that this speech was targeting.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 7, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 0h 52m 52 minutes total
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Speech about?

November 4th, 2008. President-elect Barack Obama addresses an enthusiastic gathering in Chicago's Grant Park. With the three words 'Yes, we can', Barack Obama sums up the America's optimism and its...

Who directed The Speech?

The Speech was directed by Eduard Erne.

How long is The Speech?

The Speech has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).

When was The Speech released?

The Speech was released on February 7, 2017 in theaters.