Adventures on the New Frontier

1961 | 52 minutes | 5.5 ★ (6)

Adventures on the New Frontier
  • Overview

    A look at the daily business of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, with a focus on some of the political issues he faces six weeks into his term. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2007.

  • Release Date

    28 March 1961

  • DirectingKenneth Stilson
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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