The Levys of Monticello

The story of Monticello did not end with Jefferson

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When Thomas Jefferson died in 1826, he left behind a mountain of personal debt, which forced his heirs to sell his beloved Monticello home and all of its possessions. The Levys of Monticello is a documentary film that tells the little-known story of the Levy family, which owned and carefully preserved Monticello for nearly a century – far longer than Jefferson or his descendants. The remarkable story of the Levy family also intersects with the rise of antisemitism that runs throughout the course of American history.

Director: Steven Pressman
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 70 min
Original Language: en

Keywords

history, american history

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Levys of Monticello about?
When Thomas Jefferson died in 1826, he left behind a mountain of personal debt, which forced his heirs to sell his beloved Monticello home and all of its possessions. The Levys of Monticello is a documentary film that tells the little-known story of the Levy family, which owned and carefully preserved Monticello for nearly a century – far longer than Jefferson or his descendants. The remarkable story of the Levy family also intersects with the rise of antisemitism that runs throughout the course of American history.
Who directed The Levys of Monticello?
The Levys of Monticello was directed by Steven Pressman.
How long is The Levys of Monticello?
The Levys of Monticello has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
What genre is The Levys of Monticello?
The Levys of Monticello is a Documentary film.