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The Blues

"Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues - A Musical Journey"

2003-09-28
7.3
en
Documentary
The Blues (2003) is a seven-part documentary series produced by Martin Scorsese that explores the history and influence of blues music. Each episode, directed by a different filmmaker, traces a unique aspect of the genre’s evolution—from its African roots to its global impact. Originally airing on PBS, the series includes Scorsese’s Feel Like Going Home, Wim Wenders’ The Soul of a Man, Richard Pearce’s The Road to Memphis, Charles Burnett’s Warming by the Devil’s Fire, Marc Levin’s Godfathers and Sons, Mike Figgis’ Red, White and Blues, and Clint Eastwood’s Piano Blues.

Executive Producer

Peter Schwartzkopff

Executive Producer

Jody Patton

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Status

Ended

Countries

  • United States of America

Companies

  • Vulcan Productions
  • Road Movies
  • Jigsaw Productions