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The Library of Congress, The Better Angels Society, Ken Burns, and the Crimson Lion/Lavine Family Foundation have announced six finalists for the 2026 Lavine/Ken Burns Prize for Film, which awards $200,000.
Ken Burns' latest PBS docuseries, co-directed by Sarah Botstein, titled 'The American Revolution', argues that America's birth was a brutal and contradictory conflict rather than a unified fight for independence.
Swedish public broadcaster SVT acquired a shortened version of a Ken Burns documentary series, leading to concerns that nuances of the original work are lost.
Ken Burns and David Schmidt's six-part documentary series "The American Revolution," which took 10 years to make and aims to give a voice to the underrepresented, was released by PBS.
Ken Burns' new three-part PBS documentary explores the enduring relevance of naturalist Henry David Thoreau, featuring a voiceover cast of prominent actors.
Ken Burns discussed his film 'Waking the Dead' and future projects, while Ewan McGregor expressed interest in reprising his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi. Christine Vachon also shared a lighthearted comment about actors in Todd Haynes' upcoming film.
A new six-episode documentary by Ken Burns, titled 'The American Revolution', presents a comprehensive historical epic from 1754 to 1783, offering a realistic portrayal of U.S. history beyond romanticized visions.
Filmmaker Ken Burns discusses the impactful ways to celebrate America's 250th anniversary and the importance of perspective during polarizing times, referencing his documentary series 'The American Revolution'.
Hampshire College, known for its progressive education and notable alumni like Ken Burns, announced it will close its doors after the fall semester. The decision comes after a significant decline in student enrollment.
Series from such creative heavyweights as Ken Burns, Ruben Ostlund and Fernando Meirelles galvanize the most powerful edition to date of the Berlinale Series Market, its TV forum and market. More projects from top talent hitting the BSM include “The Granddaughter,” from İlker Çatak (“Yellow Letters”), whose “Yellow Letters” has emerged as an early Berlin […]
Documentarian Ken Burns revealed at the Edinburgh Film Festival that he removed election rigging fears from his 'American Revolution' documentary because they sounded too similar to modern political rhetoric. He also mentioned waiting to create a Barack Obama documentary.
NATO member states have reportedly agreed on a €140 billion military aid package for Ukraine, to be disbursed over 2026 and 2027. This commitment comes as Poland warns of potential Russian provocations and NATO allies emphasize unity against Russian threats.
Filmmaker Ken Burns explores the history of the USA in his monumental work 'The American Revolution,' a series that covers the epic story but requires viewer endurance.
Renowned filmmaker Ken Burns discusses his extensive career and his perspectives on American history, including his work on the American Revolution. He shares his visions of America through his documentary lens.