In many respects, it was a perfect match: Ernest Hemingway's heroes, who embodied his concept of bravery-"grace under duress"-and Gary Cooper, who played those characters on screen frequently. In other ways, though, Hemingway and Cooper were a study in contradictions—politically, intellectually, and personally. This documentary, narrated by Sam Waterson and featuring interviews with Kirk Douglas, Charlton Heston, George Plimpton, and Patricia Neal, tells the story of this incredible 20-year friendship.
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In many respects, it was a perfect match: Ernest Hemingway's heroes, who embodied his concept of bravery-"grace under duress"-and Gary Cooper, who played those characters on screen frequently. In other ways, though, Hemingway and Cooper were a study in contradictions—politically, intellectually, and personally. This documentary, narrated by Sam Waterson and featuring interviews with Kirk Douglas, Charlton Heston, George Plimpton, and Patricia Neal, tells the story of this incredible 20-year friendship.
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