The Blues

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.

Director

Martin Scorsese,Richard Pearce,Wim Wenders,Mike Figgis,Marc Levin,Charles Burnett,Clint Eastwood

Created by

Peter Schwartzkopff,Jody Patton,Paul G. Allen,Ulrich Felsberg

Writers

Peter Guralnick,Charles Burnett,Robert Gordon,Wim Wenders