Secrets of San Simeon With Patricia Hearst


60m 2001

Brief Synopsis

Patricia Hearst, grandaughter of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst, hosts this behind-the-scenes look at her grandfather's legendary castle at San Simeon. Part 1 goes behind the scenes of one of America's most costly and treasure-filled private homes. For 30 years, the powerful media industr

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2001
Production Company
Casa Grande Productions

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

Patricia Hearst, grandaughter of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst, hosts this behind-the-scenes look at her grandfather's legendary castle at San Simeon. Part 1 goes behind the scenes of one of America's most costly and treasure-filled private homes. For 30 years, the powerful media industry personality devoted himself to the building and furnishing of this home, which he modestly called "the ranch." Now a California state park, the castle is visited by a million people a year. Part 2 explores the golden glamour age of Hearst Castle, when Hollywood stars and literary and political giants visited and enjoyed the lifestyle that William Randolph created there.

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2001
Production Company
Casa Grande Productions

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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