American Masters · S7 · E3
D.W. Griffith: Father of Film
A look at the innovator of primary motion picture techniques that are still important today and the controversy surrounding his beliefs.
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A look at the innovator of primary motion picture techniques that are still important today and the controversy surrounding his beliefs.
Season 7
1Paul Simon: Born at the Right Time
90 minMar 14, 1993
The career and collaborations of Simon's 30 years in the music business.
2George Lucas: Heroes, Myths & Magic
90 minMar 17, 1993
An examination of the thinking and techniques used by one of America's most-celebrated movie makers.
3D.W. Griffith: Father of Film
90 minMar 24, 1993Now viewing
A look at the innovator of primary motion picture techniques that are still important today and the controversy surrounding his beliefs.