Wellstone!
Originally released in 2004. Wellstone! is a documentary film. directed by Laurie Stern.
Starring Jane Kaczmarek, Paul Wellstone, and Al Franken
Synopsis
Paul Wellstone was the charismatic Minnesota progressive who used grassroots organizing to get elected and give ordinary people a stake in government. His 3rd election campaign was cut short when his small plane crashed into the north woods of Minnesota just 11 days before the 2002 election. Wellstone! explores the origin of his politics, his controversial road to the United States Senate, his deep bond with his wife and 'co-senator' Sheila, and the legacy of a life of progressive populism.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 17, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Carry It Foward Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellstone! about?
Paul Wellstone was the charismatic Minnesota progressive who used grassroots organizing to get elected and give ordinary people a stake in government. His 3rd election campaign was cut short when h...
Who directed Wellstone!?
Wellstone! was directed by Laurie Stern.
How long is Wellstone!?
Wellstone! has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Wellstone! released?
Wellstone! was released on October 17, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wellstone!?
The main cast of Wellstone! includes Jane Kaczmarek, Paul Wellstone, Al Franken.