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Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues - A Musical Journey
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.
Cast: Dick Waterman, Taj Mahal, B.B. King, Marcia Ball, Ike Turner, Salif Keita, Ray Charles, Ali Farka Touré, Rosco Gordon, John Lee Hooker, Roy Hawkins, Sam Carr, Toumani Diabaté, Corey Harris, Son House, Willie King, Habib Koité, Lead Belly, Keb' Mo', Martin Scorsese
Writers: Peter Guralnick (Writer), Charles Burnett (Writer), Wim Wenders (Writer), Robert Gordon (Writer)
Cinematographer: Vic Losick, Richard Pearce
Editors: Charlton McMillan, David Tedeschi
Producers: Jody Patton, Peter Schwartzkopff, Margaret Bodde
Production: Vulcan Productions, Road Movies, Jigsaw Productions
Network: PBS
