George Wallace: Settin' the Woods on Fire

2h 40min

Documentary

History

Four times governor of Alabama, four times a candidate for president, he was feared as a racist demagogue and admired as a politician who spoke his mind. A lightning rod for controversy, Wallace both reflected and provoked tensions in American society over more than four decades. This film traces the rise of the firebrand politician from his roots in rural Alabama to the assassination attempt that suddenly transformed him.

Cast

George Wallace

George Wallace

Self (archive footage)

Release date

20th Jan 2000

Status

Released

Spoken languages

English