The Face of Lincoln
1956
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Living With Lincoln
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6.5/10
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2015
Not RatedDirector
Brian Oakes, Peter W. Kunhardt
Runtime
60 minutes
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Living With Lincoln serves as a work of critical historical revisionism. It moves beyond the 'Great Man' theory to examine how historical legacies shape contemporary identity and civil rights. The film's primary strength lies in its racial and cultural depth. By incorporating diverse scholarly perspectives, it deconstructs traditional hagiographic views of Abraham Lincoln and the Emancipation Proclamation. However, the documentary lacks representation regarding gender and LGBTQ+ identities. The narrative remains anchored in the patriarchal political structures of the 19th century.
Category Breakdown
Does Living With Lincoln have LGBTQ+ representation?
The documentary does not focus on LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisgender frameworks. It does not depict LGBTQ+ characters or critique the assumption that everyone is straight.
How does Living With Lincoln portray gender?
The narrative centers on political frameworks established by male figures. It lacks a significant focus on women's roles or challenges to traditional gender roles.
How racially and ethnically diverse is Living With Lincoln?
The film excels by featuring Black historians and activists to explore systemic issues. It challenges monolithic views by highlighting the gap between legal emancipation and true social equity.
How does Living With Lincoln represent religion and culture?
The documentary critiques traditional Western institutions and political systems. It examines the socio-economic struggles of formerly enslaved individuals through the lens of institutional power.
Does Living With Lincoln include disability representation?
The film does not focus on visible or invisible disabilities. It does not address neurodivergence or physical disability as part of its historical analysis.
Present on Screen
- Provides a multifaceted approach to racial history through diverse scholarly perspectives.
- Challenges traditional historical clichés by examining the gap between law and social equity.
- Critically analyzes the systemic limitations of 19th-century Western political institutions.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks focus on women's roles or challenges to traditional gender roles.
- Does not significantly represent or discuss disability or neurodivergence.
- Does not incorporate LGBTQ+ identities or critiques of the assumption that everyone is straight.
Official Synopsis
Filmmaker Peter Kunhardt examines how a one-of-a-kind collection of Abraham Lincoln photos and memorabilia have profoundly shaped the lives and sensibilities of five generations of his family.
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