Photography as Told by Life Magazine Photographers
Commissioned for the 50th anniversary celebrations of Life Magazine, documentarian David Hoffman speaks with 15 of the magazines greatest photographers. Revealing intimate behind-the-scenes stories and anecdotal tales, each photographer comes face-to-face with their own work as never before. These images present the greatest, silliest and most memorable moments of the 20th century. Interviews include Gordon Parks, Carl Mydans, Margaret Bourke-White and Loomis Dean.
Year: 2009
Genre: Documentaries, Art On Film, General Docos, Political Docos, Docos - Art & Architectures
Country: USA
Duration: 60 Minutes
Rating: G
Location in store: Documentary (Art on Film)
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