The President, April 1968 (1968)

The President, April 1968 (1968)

1968-04-01 United States of America 46 Min. PG-13
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Overview

Synopsis by theflixtor - The film captures the pivotal events surrounding President Lyndon Johnson's historic address on March 31st, focusing on his decision to halt bombing in North Vietnam and his surprising announcement not to seek re-election. The speech aimed for peace negotiations amidst the Vietnam War, leading to diplomatic breakthroughs with North Vietnam. It also chronicles the aftermath, including societal unrest following Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination and Johnson's efforts to maintain national unity.

Cast

Lyndon B. Johnson is Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
Lady Bird Johnson is Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
Hubert H. Humphrey is Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
Dwight D. Eisenhower is Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)
Robert F. Kennedy is Self (archive footage)
Self (archive footage)