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George Wallace
George Wallace

George Wallace

6.8/10
August 24, 1997
178 minutes
John Frankenheimer
History Drama TV Movie

Overview

George Wallace is a 1997 television film starring Gary Sinise as George Wallace, the former Governor of Alabama. It was directed by John Frankenheimer, who won an Emmy award for it; Sinise and Mare Winningham also won Emmies for their performances. The film was based on the 1996 biography Wallace : The Classic Portrait of Alabama Governor George Wallace by Marshall Frady, who also co-wrote the teleplay. Frankenheimer's film was highly praised by critics: in addition to the Emmy awards, it received the Golden Globe for Best Miniseries/Motion Picture made for TV. Angelina Jolie also received a Golden Globe for her performance as Wallace's second wife, Cornelia.

Movie Details

Release Date

August 24, 1997

Runtime

178 minutes

Director

John Frankenheimer

Rating

6.8/10

Production Companies

Turner Network Television

Trailer

George Wallace (1997) Teaser (VHS Capture)

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