Overview

Arguably the quintessential film siren of the silent era, Mary Pickford was known as "America's Sweetheart." This documentary explores Pickford's life beyond the screen, as a writer, producer, director and keen businesswoman who co-founded United Artists. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg and featuring clips of Pickford's movies, the film offers insight from historians, film critics (including Leonard Maltin) and silver-screen stars such as Janet Leigh and Roddy McDowall.

Cast

Mary Pickford, Whoopi Goldberg, Janet Leigh, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Roddy McDowall, Leonard Maltin, Samuel Goldwyn Jr., Charles 'Buddy' Rogers

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What is "Mary Pickford: A Life on Film" about?

Arguably the quintessential film siren of the silent era, Mary Pickford was known as "America's Sweetheart." This documentary explores Pickford's life beyond the screen, as a writer, producer, director and keen businesswoman who co-founded United Artists. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg and featuring clips of Pickford's movies, the film offers insight from historians, film critics (including Leonard Maltin) and silver-screen stars such as Janet Leigh and Roddy McDowall.

When was "Mary Pickford: A Life on Film" released?

Mary Pickford: A Life on Film was released in 2000.

Who stars in "Mary Pickford: A Life on Film"?

The cast includes Mary Pickford, Whoopi Goldberg, Janet Leigh, Douglas Fairbanks Jr..