The Blues Film Collection
Produced by Martin Scorsese and helmed by seven major film directors (including Clint Eastwood, Wim Wenders, and Charles Burnett), this lavish seven-part collection traces the history of the blues, beginning with the earliest recorded works from the 1920s, and ending with the influence and sound of the blues on contemporary music. Featuring incredible footage, interviews, behind the scenes material, and electrifying performances from artists including Otis Rush, Ray Charles, B.B. King, and many others. Films include: 'Feel Like Going Home', 'The Soul Of A Man', 'The Road To Memphis', 'Warming By The Devil's Fire', 'Godfathers And Sons', 'Red, White And Blues' and 'Piano Blues'.
Year: 2003
Genre: Documentaries, Music Capsule, General Docos
Country: USA
Director: Charles Burnett, Clint Eastwood, Martin Scorsese, Mike Figgis, Richard Pearce, Wim Wenders, Marc Levin
Starring: Taj Mahal, Corey Harris, Nick Cave, Ray Charles, Fats Domino, Nat King Cole, B B King, Lou Reed, Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, Howlin' Wolf, Eagle-Eye Cherry, Lulu, Ike Turner, Blind Willie Johnson, Sonny Boy Williamson, Jeff Beck
Duration: 693 Minutes
Rating: M - Contains offensive language.
Location in store: Music Capsule
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The Blues Collection: The Road To Memphis (2003)
The Blues Collection: Piano Blues (2003)
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The Blues Collection: Warming By The Devil's Fire (2003)
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