Five decades of Richard Holbrooke's career in American diplomacy are examined through the perspective of his son, David Holbrooke.
“The Life and Legacy of Richard Holbrooke”
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Five decades of Richard Holbrooke's career in American diplomacy are examined through the perspective of his son, David Holbrooke.
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Richard Holbrooke served as the U.S. special representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan until his death in December 2010. His son, David Holbrooke, directed a documentary that traces his father’s diplomatic career. The film includes interviews with notable figures such as Hillary Clinton and Madeleine Albright. It features scenes from Vietnam, Bosnia, Kosovo, and Afghanistan, reflecting on Richard Holbrooke's role in significant historical events, including the Dayton Accords that ended the Bosnian War.
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- Meet Richard Holbrooke through personal stories.
- See interviews with Bill and Hillary Clinton.
- Find out about the Dayton Agreement's impact.
Did You Know
- Richard Holbrooke served as a Foreign Service Officer in Vietnam.
- The film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 23, 2015.
- David Holbrooke directed the film and is Richard's son.
- The documentary aired on HBO on November 2, 2015.
- Interviews include 16 notable figures like Bill Clinton and Henry Kissinger.
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Who directed the documentary The Diplomat?
David Holbrooke directed the documentary.
When did The Diplomat premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival?
The Diplomat premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 23, 2015.
What significant event coincided with the national airing of The Diplomat on HBO?
The documentary aired nationally on HBO on November 2, 2015, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the Dayton Agreement.
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