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The Blues (2003) is a seven-part documentary series produced by Martin Scorsese that covers the history and influence of blues music. Each episode is directed by a different filmmaker, including Scorsese himself, and focuses on a unique aspect of the genre's evolution. The series traces the roots of blues music from Africa to its global impact, providing a comprehensive look at how the genre has shaped and been shaped by various cultural contexts.
The episodes include Scorsese’s Feel Like Going Home, which examines the personal connections to blues music, and Wim Wenders’ The Soul of a Man, which features stories of influential blues artists. Other episodes, such as Richard Pearce’s The Road to Memphis and Clint Eastwood’s Piano Blues, further explore the geographical and musical diversity within the blues genre. The series originally aired on PBS and spans a total duration of 630 minutes.
Why Watch
- •See Martin Scorsese's take on blues music.
- •Meet influential blues artists in Wenders' episode.
- •Follow the evolution from African roots to global impact.
Did You Know
•The series consists of seven episodes directed by different filmmakers.
•Martin Scorsese directed the episode titled Feel Like Going Home.
•The total duration of the documentary series is 630 minutes.
•The series originally aired on PBS in 2003.
Perfect For
Blues music fansDocumentary enthusiastsMusic history buffs