Pakula: The Whole Damn Thing," encompasses the personal and professional life of Alan J. Pakula that spanned such iconic masterworks as "To Kill a Mockingbird" and "All the President's Men." This lauded filmmaker and extremely private man made some of the most memorable movies of the last half of the 20th century. Notable cast members of several of his motion pictures talk about what it was like to work with and get to know Pakula; while family, friends, and below-the-line co-workers share their memories of this loving and supportive man. Additionally, an array of today's top filmmakers discuss how studying Pakula's meticulous craftsmanship has inspired and helped them shape their own cinematic visions.