American Umpire
“Since the end of World War II, the United States acted as the world's policeman. Does it have to forever?”
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AMERICAN UMPIRE, a thought-provoking documentary about U.S. foreign policy, chronicles how the United States became the world's policeman and questions how long the U.S. must continue to play this role. Narrated by Jim Lehrer, formerly of The MacNeil/Lehrer News Hour,and written by award-winning historian Elizabeth Cobbs, the film explores the history of American military intervention and the future of America's military commitment abroad. AMERICAN UMPIRE combines archival footage with candid interviews from former secretaries of state George Shultz, Madeleine Albright and Condoleeza Rice; General Jim Mattis and Lt. General Karl Eikenberry, former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan; Nobel Prize winner Michael Spence; Pulitzer Prize winner David Kennedy; and eight scholars from around the world.
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About American Umpire
“Since the end of World War II, the United States acted as the world's policeman. Does it have to forever?”
AMERICAN UMPIRE, a thought-provoking documentary about U.S. foreign policy, chronicles how the United States became the world's policeman and questions how long the U.S. must continue to play this role. Narrated by Jim Lehrer, formerly of The MacNeil/Lehrer News Hour,and written by award-winning historian Elizabeth Cobbs, the film explores the history of American military intervention and the future of America's military commitment abroad. AMERICAN UMPIRE combines archival footage with candid interviews from former secretaries of state George Shultz, Madeleine Albright and Condoleeza Rice; General Jim Mattis and Lt. General Karl Eikenberry, former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan; Nobel Prize winner Michael Spence; Pulitzer Prize winner David Kennedy; and eight scholars from around the world. Running 56 minutes.
American Umpire Cast and Characters
The cast features Jim Lehrer (as Narrator), George Shultz, Condoleezza Rice, Elizabeth Cobbs, and Madeleine Albright. Their performances are a major reason American Umpire has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason American Umpire keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is American Umpire?
American Umpire runs for 56 minutes (about 0.9 hour).
Is American Umpire good? What's the rating?
American Umpire holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of American Umpire?
The main cast includes Jim Lehrer, George Shultz, Condoleezza Rice, and Elizabeth Cobbs, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is American Umpire available in English?
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When was American Umpire released?
American Umpire was released in 2016.
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What is American Umpire about?
American Umpire is a Documentary/History English-language film. AMERICAN UMPIRE, a thought-provoking documentary about U.S. foreign policy, chronicles how the United States became the world's policeman and questions how long the U.S. must continue to play this role. Narrated by Jim Lehrer, formerly of The MacNeil/Lehrer News Hour,and written by award-winning historian Elizabeth Cobbs, the film explores the history of American military intervention and the future of America's military commitment abroad. AMERICAN UMPIRE combines archival footage with candid interviews from former secretaries of state George Shultz, Madeleine Albright and Condoleeza Rice; General Jim Mattis and Lt. General Karl Eikenberry, former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan; Nobel Prize winner Michael Spence; Pulitzer Prize winner David Kennedy; and eight scholars from around the world.
When was American Umpire released?
American Umpire was released on September 15, 2016. It has a runtime of 56m.
Who stars in American Umpire?
American Umpire stars Jim Lehrer, George Shultz, Condoleezza Rice and Elizabeth Cobbs. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
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