About Liberty: Mother of Exiles (HBO)

"Liberty: Mother of Exiles" is an American documentary that presents the story of the Statue of Liberty from its creation to its status in present day as the iconic symbol of America. Directed by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato, the movie delves into both the history of the statue and its cultural significance. The film was released by HBO in 2019.

Plot and Summary

The documentary starts with a focus on French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi who had the grand idea of building the largest copper statue for America to celebrate its centennial. It later morphs into a broader exploration of the meaning of liberty, how the statue embodies this concept, and the different interpretations of the symbol by various communities, including immigrants who view it as a beacon of hope.

Making / Production

The production was handled by World of Wonder Productions, known for their decorations on highly influential parts of society and culture. The direction was led by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato.

Actors

• Diane Von Furstenberg - Plays herself, embarking on a passionate quest to discover the woman she claims to see in the Statue of Liberty. She brings depth and sincerity.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The original title of the documentary was "Liberty: Mother of Exiles."
• The film was debuted on October 17, 2019, on HBO.
• Executive producers include renowned fashion designer, Diane Von Furstenberg.

Quotes

• "The Statue of Liberty is not just a symbol of hope, it's a beacon of hope."
• "In a world where we are all the same, we are all different. That's the power of liberty."

Music and Soundtrack

The music and soundtrack added a heartfelt depth to the documentary. However, specific tracks used in the film aren't publicly listed.

Given the nature of the documentary as a film focused on historical moments and societal impacts, it does not fall into traditional categories of featuring specific actors playing roles. Therefore, the list of actors is limited to real-life personalities playing themselves.

Information about specific awards for this documentary could not be found.