The Congress (1989)
Ken BurnsWhere to watch in the United States: Stream: PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel, WETA+ · Free: Kanopy, Hoopla · Rent: Amazon Video, Fandango At Home · Buy: Amazon Video, Fandango At Home. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB; availability changes.
Cast
David McCullough Charles McDowell Barbara Fields John C. Stennis Alistair Cooke Cokie Roberts
Plot
For 200 years, the United States Congress has been one of the country's most important and least understood institutions. In this elegant, thoughtful and often touching portrait, Ken Burns explores the history and promise of this unique American institution.
Sinekatalog’s take
Ken Burns offers an elegant, thoughtful portrait of the U.S. Congress, tracing its history, promise and frustrations over two centuries. It uses his familiar mix of archival images and voices. Informative viewing for civics and history enthusiasts.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 7.2 / 10 (427 votes)
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