Released:
2009-10-26

Overview:
Documentary about personal life of Herbert Hoover's and his governmental career, profiles the former head of state's political philosophy, memorable election campaigns, Great Depression policies and more. Through interviews with scholars such as David Kennedy, Robert Reich and Tim Egan, this biography sheds new light on the underappreciated president's difficult tenure and enduring legacy.

Director:
Chip Duncan

Runtime:
0h 58min

Genre:
Documentary, History

• Cast:
• 
  Harry Smith
  as
  Narrator
• 
  Herbert Hoover
  as
  Self (archive footage)
• 
  George H. Nash
  as
  Self
• 
  Calvin Coolidge
  as
  Self (archive footage)
• 
  Robert Reich
  as
  Self