Hillary Clinton to Be Introduced at DNC with Film by ‘Scandal’ Producers, Morgan Freeman
By Debra Birnbaum
It’s a long-standing tradition of political conventions to introduce the candidate with a video. Tonight, Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton will be ushered in with a film created by Scandal producers Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers.
The twelve-minute film, Hillary, which is narrated by Morgan Freeman, also features interviews with President Bill Clinton, President Barack Obama, a 9/11 survivor and first responder, as well as a childhood friend of Hillary Clinton’s.
“It is an honor to provide America with an intimate portrait of Hillary,” said Rhimes. “Everyone already knows the powerhouse. Now, with this piece, everyone will also get to know the person.”
“Producing this film was a major highlight of my career, and I am incredibly honored that the campaign entrusted us with the responsibility,” said Beers. “It is beyond inspiring to see this amazing woman secure the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. There is no other voice I would rather have speak for all of us, and lead this country, than Hillary Clinton.”
A longtime supporter of the candidate, Rhimes had created a commercial for her during the primary that starred Ellen Pompeo (Grey’s Anatomy), Kerry Washington (Scandal) and Viola Davis (How to Get Away With Murder).
Freeman, who serves as an executive producer on CBS’ Madam Secretary, has also actively supported Clinton, lending his voice to an ad that ran during the primary.
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