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Lincoln in the Bardo
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Lincoln in the Bardo

2017-02-11 · 10 min · Not rated

History · Drama

In 1862, Abraham Lincoln's youngest son is laid to rest. That night, Lincoln visits his son's crypt, a chorus of ghosts narrating their brief reunion. Based on the bestselling novel by acclaimed author George Saunders.

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Directors
Graham Sack
Production companies
The New York Times, Sensorium Pictures, Plympton
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Keaton Nigel CookeKeaton Nigel CookeWillie Lincoln
Bonnie DiscepoloBonnie DiscepoloBackground actor
Jake HartJake HartHans Vollman
Sam LiljaSam LiljaBevins
Mark Linn-BakerMark Linn-BakerReverend Everly
April MatthisApril MatthisMrs. Ellis
Pete SimpsonPete SimpsonAbraham Lincoln
Robbie TannRobbie TannSoldier

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