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Plimpton! Starring George Plimpton as Himself

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The life and work of journalist George Plimpton, a fearless man who lived life as an adventure.
Plimpton! Starring George Plimpton as Himself

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An expansive, affectionate tribute, Plimpton! examines its subject's life and trailblazing career and, in doing so, places him within the context of his times.

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David Hinckley New York Daily News May 19, 2014
3/5
There's nothing unlikable about the Plimpton we meet here, and his self-deprecation about his experiences feels endearing. It just leaves us wondering whether he also had some ambivalence of his own. Go to Full Review Verne Gay Newsday May 19, 2014
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A hell of a lot of fun. George Plimpton would heartily approve. Go to Full Review Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times May 16, 2014
Many of you will not have heard of him. (All the more reason to watch Tom Bean and Luke Poling's affectionate, at times intoxicating documentary.) Go to Full Review Enrique Acosta Film Threat May 29, 2020
8/10
While I hope one day, a more nuanced picture of him emerges, for now, this is a beautiful tribute to a legendary individual. Go to Full Review Jonathan Kiefer SF Weekly Feb 4, 2014
As an editor, he launched impressive careers; as a dabbler, he illuminated them. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Oct 7, 2016 A fascinating documentary about a fascinating man who led a fascinating life. People like George Plimpton just don't exist anymore . This is the best movie I've seen recently I really really liked it. See more Mar 10, 2015 A sweet and endearing documentary about a sweet and endearing person. Plimpton was a wonderful writer, and his eagerness to try and fail and his honesty really made him a special person. See more Sep 21, 2014 Excellent. After reading a decent amount of his work, I was surprised to learn so much more about him. See more Dec 16, 2013 Fascinating portrayal of an endlessly-interesting subject. Well-balanced, amusing and heartfelt. See more Jul 2, 2013 A feel good documentary about a great writer who defined his own success and, in the process, invented participatory journalism. See more Read all reviews
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Tom Bean

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Luke Poling

Director

Tom Bean

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Luke Poling

Screenwriter

Kris Meyer

Executive Producer

Phyllis Alexander

Executive Producer

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Movie Info

Synopsis The life and work of journalist George Plimpton, a fearless man who lived life as an adventure.
Director
Tom Bean, Luke Poling
Screenwriter
Tom Bean, Luke Poling
Distributor
Laemmle/Zeller Films
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 22, 2013, Limited
Release Date (DVD)
Jun 3, 2014
Runtime
1h 28m
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