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Kenneth Lauren Burns [1] (born July 29, 1953) is an American filmmaker known for his documentary films and television series, many of which chronicle American history and culture. His work is often produced in association with WETA-TV or the National Endowment for the Humanities and distributed by PBS .
IMDb profile of Ken Burns, a celebrated American documentarian who has made acclaimed films on various topics, such as The Civil War, Baseball, and The Vietnam War. See his birth date, contact info, upcoming and previous projects, and more.
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Home - Ken Burns. “The buffalo is an iconic symbol in American life. No animal is more rooted in the American soil, or the American experience. It is a symbol of plenty and it is also a symbol of decline and dissolution.”. – N. Scott Momaday, Kiowa.
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Jun 13, 2024 · Ken Burns, American documentary director who is known for the epic historical scope of his films and miniseries. His notable TV series included The Civil War (1990), Baseball (1994), The Roosevelts: An Intimate History (2014), The Vietnam War (2017), Country Music (2019), and Muhammad Ali (2021).
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- The American Buffalo. Interactive Media. Spanish Audio & Captions. Descriptive Audio. Lesson Plans. Behind-the-scenes Content. 2023. 2 Episodes. Examining the center of one of the country’s most mythic and heartbreaking tales.
- The U.S. and the Holocaust. Interactive Media. Spanish Audio & Captions. Lesson Plans. Behind-the-scenes Content. 2022. 3 Episodes. Exploring America’s response to one of the greatest humanitarian crises in history.
- Hiding in Plain Sight: Youth Mental Illness. Spanish Audio & Captions. Lesson Plans. 2022. 2 Episodes. A documentary about the mental health crisis among youth in America.
- Benjamin Franklin. Interactive Media. Spanish Audio & Captions. Lesson Plans. Behind-the-scenes Content. 2022. 2 Episodes. Explore the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century's most consequential figures.
From PBS - Ken Burns' Emmy Award-winning documentary brings to life America's most destructive — and defining — conflict. The Civil War is the saga of celebrated generals and ordinary soldiers...
