The Blues(2003)

Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues - A Musical Journey

The Blues is a seven-part documentary series produced by Martin Scorsese that traces the history and cultural impact of blues music from its African roots to global influence. Each episode, helmed by a different acclaimed filmmaker, examines a distinct facet of the genre's evolution. Scorsese directs Feel Like Going Home, while Wim Wenders explores The Soul of a Man, Richard Pearce charts The Road to Memphis, Charles Burnett captures Warming by the Devil's Fire, Marc Levin investigates Godfathers and Sons, Mike Figgis examines Red, White and Blues, and Clint Eastwood focuses on Piano Blues. Originally broadcast on PBS in 2003, the series combines archival footage, interviews with legendary musicians, and intimate performances to illuminate how blues shaped American music and identity. A comprehensive, authoritative look at one of America's most vital art forms.