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W. Eugene Smith: Photography Made Difficult

1989-09-25 en 89m
Documentary
The war in the South Pacific, a country doctor in Colorado, victims of industrial pollution in a Japanese village — all were captured in unforgettable photographs by the legendary W. Eugene Smith. This program showcases over 600 of Smith’s stunning photographs and includes a dramatic recreation in which actor Peter Riegert (Crossing Delancey, Local Hero) portrays the artist using dialogue take from Smith’s diaries and letters. Interwoven through the program are archival footage and interviews with family and friends of this brilliant, complicated man, whose work developed from twin themes of common humanity and social responsibility.

Director

Gene Lasko

Executive Producer

Susan Lacy

Cinematography

Bill Megalos

Executive Producer

Greg Andorfer

Co-Producer

Marthe Smith

Editor

Susan Steinberg

japan world war ii photojournalism life magazine

Status

Released

Countries

  • United States of America

Companies

  • American Masters Pictures
  • Image Entertainment
  • RM Associates
  • Educational Broadcasting Corporation