About the film
John F. Kennedy: Years of Lightning, Day of Drums is a 1964 filmed memorial tribute to President John F. Kennedy, who was assassinated on November 22, 1963.
It was completed in 1964, and released to theatres by Embassy Pictures in 1966. The film, containing both color and black-and-white footage, is narrated by Gregory Peck, and features extensive excerpts from President Kennedy's speeches, including color footage of his swearing in and inaugural address. It was written and directed by Bruce Herschensohn, who also composed the music.
Maximilian Schell narrated the German version.
From the film's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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Awards on record
- National Board of Review: Top Ten Films