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The Blues

The Blues

The Blues

2003 1 Seasons 7 Episodes ⭐ 7.4 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.

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.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Feel Like Going Home

Director Martin Scorsese pays homage to the Delta blues. Musician Corey Harris travels through Mississippi and on to Wes

EP 2

Soul of a Man

The film explores the musical careers of blues musicians Skip James, Blind Willie Johnson and J. B. Lenoir.

EP 3

The Road To Memphis

The film follows the career of Blues musician B.B. King. It features performances by B.B. King, Bobby Rush, Rosco Gordon

EP 4

Warming by the Devil's Fire

Director Charles Burnett presents a tale about a young boy's encounter with his family in Mississippi in the 1950s, and

EP 5

Godfathers and Sons

Director Marc Levin travels to Chicago with hip-hop legend Chuck D (of Public Enemy) and Marshall Chess (son of Leonard

EP 6

Red, White and Blues

Director Mike Figgis joins musicians such as Van Morrison, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Tom Jones, performing and talkin

EP 7

Piano Blues

The film features interviews and live performances of piano players Ray Charles, Dave Brubeck, Dr. John and Marcia Ball.

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