The Blues

The Blues

Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues - A Musical Journey

Limited Series 2003 · 7 eps · ★ 7.4 · Documentary

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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.

Created by Martin Scorsese

Network: PBS

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Cast

Dick Waterman Self - Son House's manager
Taj Mahal Self
B.B. King Self
Marcia Ball Self
Ike Turner Self
Salif Keita Self
Ray Charles Self
Ali Farka Touré Self
Rosco Gordon Self (archive footage)
John Lee Hooker Self (archive footage)
Roy Hawkins Self (archive footage)
Sam Carr Self

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