Uncommon Friends of the 20th Century
Brief Synopsis
Cast & Crew
John Biffar
Ellie Newton
Walter Cronkite
Jim Newton
David Beatty
David Beatty
Film Details
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Synopsis
Celebrating the life of Jim and Ellie Newton, a Florida couple whose chance introduction to Thomas Edison in the early part of the century led to close friendships with some of the most important and controversial figures of the past 100 years, including Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone,a nd Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh. Rare footage lends insight into the growth of America from the last turn-of-the-century to the upcoming new millennium.
Director
John Biffar
Film Details
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Miscellaneous Notes
Released in United States October 1, 1999
Released in United States Summer September 1, 1999
Released in United States Summer September 1, 1999
Released in United States October 1, 1999 (Cinema Village; New York City)
