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Sunrise at Campobello

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Original title

Sunrise at Campobello

Year

1960

Running time

144 min.

Country

United States

Director

Vincent J. Donehue

Screenwriter

Dore Schary

Cast

Music

Franz Waxman

Cinematography

Russell Harlan

Producer

Warner Bros.

Genre

Drama | Biography. Politics

Movie Groups

U.S. Presidents (Biopics)

Synopsis

The story of Franklin Roosevelt's (Ralph Bellamy) bout with polio at age 40 in 1921 and how his family (and especially wife Eleanor - Greer Garson) cope with his illness. From being stricken while vacationing at Campobello to his triumphant nominating speech for Al Smith's presidency in 1924, the story follows the various influences on his life and his determination to recover - based on the award winning Broadway play of the same name.

Awards: 1960: Oscar: 4 Nom., Actress (Garson), Art Dir. color, Costume Design Color, Sound

1960: Golden Globes: Best Actress - Drama (Greer Garson). 2 nominations

1960: Directors Guild of America (DGA): Nominated for Best Director

1960: National Board of Review: Top 10 Best Films and Best Actress (Garson)

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Sunrise at Campobello

1960

Vincent J. Donehue