Overview
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.
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First air date2003-09-28
Last air date2003-10-04
Production countriesUnited States of America
LanguageEnglish
Production companiesVulcan Productions, Road Movies, Jigsaw Productions
Homepagehttps://www.pbs.org/theblues/
TaglineMartin Scorsese Presents The Blues - A Musical Journey
