JFK: The Cinematic Legacy

Cliff Robertson, PT 109, 1963.

JFK: The Cinematic Legacy
Fri, 22 Nov, 2013 - 00:00
Jessica Herndon

Released while Kennedy was still in office, the film starred Robertson depicting Kennedy as a Navy lieutenant in command of Motor Torpedo Boat PT-109 during World War II.

JFK selected Robertson after viewing his screen test; first lady Jackie Kennedy’s choice for the role was Warren Beatty.

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