The Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty is widely regarded as the most significant and visible symbol of the U.S.A. In the Academy Award-nominated documentary "The Statue of Liberty" (1985), narrator David McCullogh explains the famous monument's historical background, explores its symbolism, and talks to people from various walks of life as to what the statue means to them. The film includes rare photographs, archive drawings, and excerpts from diaries and newspaper clippings. "The Statue of Liberty" also features interviews with former Governor Mario Cuomo, Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, and writers James Baldwin and Jerry Kosinski.