Inventing L.A.: The Chandlers and Their Times (2009)

For generations Harrison Gray Otis and the Chandler family used their newspaper, the Los Angeles Times, to wield great power over the City of Angels. This documentary chronicles the secretive clan's role in LA politics, public works and more. A comprehensive look at four generations' contributions to the growth of the town, director Peter Jones's film offers plenty of insight for fans of history, journalism and Southern California.

Cast (3)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Liev Schreiber

Narrator

D

Dorothy Chandler

Herself

N

Norman Chandler

Himself

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