Is there such a thing as a definitive portrait of an individual? What are the pitfalls of relying on the public record or opinion to create a narrative? Two approaches to presenting an influential and a powerful person. One is a political biography. The other is a cultural examination of an artist’s impact on future generations. Both use extensive archival footage and interviews with experts or individuals influenced by the subject. How successful are these documentaries in achieving authenticity and enriching our understanding of who these people are? Do filmmakers maintain objectivity or succumb to bias? How are we being manipulated by their perspective?
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