Thank You, Mr. President: Helen Thomas at the White House (2008)
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- 47min
- Documentary, Biography
- 18 Aug 2008 (USA)
- TV Movie
Journalist Helen Thomas has covered nine presidents and her venerable career has earned her the moniker 'The First Lady of the Press.' Directed by award-winning filmmaker Rory Kennedy, this documentary profiles the iconic journalist who...
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| George Bush | ... |
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| George W. Bush | ... |
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| Laura Bush | ... |
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| Jimmy Carter | ... |
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| Bill Clinton | ... |
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| Chelsea Clinton | ... |
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| Al Gore | ... |
Self (archiveFootage)
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| Tipper Gore | ... |
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| Lyndon B. Johnson | ... |
Self (archiveFootage)
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| John F. Kennedy | ... |
Self (archiveFootage)
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| Monica Lewinsky | ... |
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| Richard Nixon | ... |
Self (archiveFootage)
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| Ronald Reagan | ... |
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| Jon Stewart | ... |
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| Helen Thomas | ... |
Self
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Directed by
| Rory Kennedy | ||
Written by
| Mark Bailey | ... | () |
Produced by
| Jacqueline Glover | ... | senior producer |
| Matthew Justus | ... | associate producer |
| Keith Malone | ... | associate producer |
| Amy Shatsky-Gambrill | ... | line producer |
| Jack Youngelson | ... | producer |
Music by
| Miriam Cutler | ||
Cinematography by
| Tom Hurwitz | ||
Editing by
| Sari Gilman | ||
Editorial Department
| Jonathan Liebert | ... | digital cinema mastering |
| Gladys Murphy | ... | assistant editor |
Casting By
| Tom Hurwitz | ||
Sound Department
| Bill Marino | ... | re-recording mixer |
| Steve Nealey | ... | sound recordist |
| Brian Vancho | ... | foley artist |
Visual Effects by
| Brian Oakes | ... | motion graphics |
Camera and Electrical Department
| Daniel B. Gold | ... | additional photography |
Music Department
| Louis Durra | ... | musician: piano |
Additional Crew
| Lauren Barker | ... | office production assistant |
| Sarah Broderick | ... | production coordinator |
| Serin Marshall | ... | assistant to the producers |
| Jessica C. Nolfo | ... | additional research |
| Colin Nusbaum | ... | production assistant |
| Carlye Rubin | ... | researcher |
| Chris Sharp | ... | intern |
| Josh Slates | ... | production assistant |
| Svetlana Zill | ... | researcher |
Thanks
| Rebecca Abrahams | ... | the producers wish to thank |
| Melissa Baumgart | ... | the producers wish to thank |
Production Companies
Distributors
- HBO Documentary Films (2008) (United States) (tv)
- HBO Max (2020) (United States) (video) (VOD)
Special Effects
Other Companies
- Sync Sound (sound post-production)
Storyline
| Plot Summary |
Journalist Helen Thomas has covered nine presidents and her venerable career has earned her the moniker 'The First Lady of the Press.' Directed by award-winning filmmaker Rory Kennedy, this documentary profiles the iconic journalist who has held a front-row seat at White House press conferences for more than 60 years. In her 80s and as sharp as ever, Thomas sits down for a one-on-one interview in which she reflects on her career, the distinct personalities and foibles of the presidents she's covered, as well as some of the scandals that have rocked the White House over the years. |
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Did You Know?
| Trivia | Her parents were both Lebanese. See more » |
| Movie Connections | Referenced in Episode #8.125 (2010). See more » |