The President, April 1968

The President, April 1968 (1968)

Documentary

The film captures the pivotal events surrounding President Lyndon Johnson's historic address on March 31st, focusing on his decision to halt bombing in North Vietnam and his surprising announcement not to seek re-election. The speech aimed for peace negotiations amidst the Vietnam War, leading to diplomatic breakthroughs with North Vietnam. It also chronicles the aftermath, including societal unrest following Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination and Johnson's efforts to maintain national unity.

  • Release Date: 1968-04-01
  • Runtime: 0h 46min

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Cast

  • Lyndon B. Johnson

    Self (archive footage)

  • Lady Bird Johnson

    Self (archive footage)

  • Hubert H. Humphrey

    Self (archive footage)

  • Dwight D. Eisenhower

    Self (archive footage)

  • Robert F. Kennedy

    Self (archive footage)

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