All About Ann: Governor Richards of the Lone Star State

A warm, witty, and clear-eyed portrait of a trailblazing politician, blending archival footage and interviews into an engaging and humanizing look at power and legacy.

Directed by

Keith Patterson, Phillip Schopper

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Willie Nelson, Nancy Pelosi, Bill Clinton

Overview

All About Ann celebrates the achievements of larger-than-life Ann Richards, who became the first elected female governor of Texas. Her cool demeanor, acid wit, and passion for social inclusivity made her one of the most powerful and progressive governors in U.S. history, a liberal democrat intent on building “the new Texas.” But, when the 1994 election begins, Richards is faced with her toughest challenge yet, as an increasingly conservative majority turn towards a new, pro-business candidate: George W. Bush.

How it feels

Warm, earnest, satirical and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Politics, power, gender, identity

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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