Episode 1227
Good Night, and Good Luck' Resonates Today
The new Broadway play "Good Night, and Good Luck" has earned five Tony nominations.
May 13, 202522m 7s
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Show Notes
The new Broadway play "Good Night, and Good Luck" has earned five Tony nominations for its portrayal of the standoff between newscaster Edward R. Murrow and Senator Joseph McCarthy. Director David Cromer discusses how he used video technology to help bring this story to life. Plus, actor Glenn Fleshler talks about playing TV producer Fred Friendly.
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