Frost/Nixon: The Original Watergate Interviews

Name: Frost/Nixon: The Original Watergate Interviews
Director: Jorn H. Winther
Genre: TV Movie, Documentary
Released: 1977-01-01
Duration: 85 min
Cast: David Frost, Richard Nixon

1977Dir. Jorn H. Winther1h 25m

Track this movie free Wishlist

Check price on Amazon Browse eBay listings

Amazon and eBay links may be affiliate links.

About This Movie

So, 'Frost/Nixon: The Original Watergate Interviews' is a fascinating piece of television history, really. Directed by Jorn H. Winther, this documentary draws from those lengthy interviews between David Frost and Nixon himself—28 hours of raw, unfiltered dialogue. It has this incredibly intense atmosphere; you can feel the weight of the past in every frame. Nixon's candidness is striking, almost unsettling. The pacing feels deliberate, giving you time to digest his conflicting emotions and justifications. It's not often we see a sitting president so exposed, and the themes of power, accountability, and regret bubble up throughout. Plus, the era's practical effects and grainy footage add a layer of authenticity that’s hard to replicate today.

Features extensive interview footage.Offers a rare glimpse into Nixon's psyche post-Watergate.Highlights the interplay of media and politics.