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Reviewed on July 1, 2013 | Video/DVD
Gr 9 Up—A hagiographic summary of publisher William Randolph Hearst's life segues into an examination of the multimedia empire he begot in this film directed by Leslie Iwerks and narrated by William H. Harvey. Beginning his career with the San Francisco Examiner in 1886, Hearst grew into one of the most influential men in the country, advocating for various social causes, supporting political candidates, and outfoxing competitors such as Joseph Pulitzer. Though he served as a voice for the poor, especial...Log In or Sign Up to Read More