Martin Scorsese Directs, Produces a Clinton Documentary

HBO and Oscar-winning filmmaker Martin Scorsese are teaming up for a documentary on the 42nd President of the United States, William Jefferson Clinton. Clinton will be working with Scorsese on the project which will “explore his perspectives on history, politics, culture and the world.”
 
Scorsese is also producing the documentary with Steve Bing.
 
“President Clinton is one of the most compelling figures of our time, whose world view and perspective, combined with his uncommon intelligence, make him a singular voice on the world stage,” stated Richard Plepler, CEO of HBO and Michael Lombardo, president, HBO Programming. “This documentary, under Marty’s gifted direction, creates a unique opportunity for the President to reflect on myriad issues that have consumed his attention and passion throughout both his Presidency and post-Presidency.”
 
“A towering figure who remains a major voice in world issues, President Clinton continues to shape the political dialogue both here and around the world,” stated Scorsese. “Through intimate conversations, I hope to provide greater insight into this transcendent figure.”
 
Commenting on the documentary, President Clinton was quoted as saying: “I am pleased that legendary director Martin Scorsese and HBO have agreed to do this film. I look forward to sharing my perspective on my years as President, and my work in the years since, with HBO’s audience.”
 
Scorsese and HBO have collaborated on three previous projects: Public Speaking (2010), George Harrison: Living in the Material World (2011), and Boardwalk Empire.
 
Source: HBO

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