Anyone watching PBS?

Goliath · #1 08-03-2004, 03:09 AM

They're running Ken Burns' The Civil War (not consecutively...just a few hours per night). I've forgotten how very cool this documentary is. I'll have to get a copy of it on DVD.

Oh, and McLellan was a pussy!

livius drusus · #2 08-03-2004, 08:09 PM

I'm not watching it, but you're right that it's way cool. I watched it the last time they ran it and was totally sucked in. Thank you for reminding me that I want the DVD.

Goliath · #3 08-03-2004, 10:40 PM

You're welcome. There are times during it when I'm actually moved to tears...that's a difficult accomplishment for any film.

I'd get the DVD box set right now, but it's a bit spendy (even ebay won't let it go for less than about $80). However, it's definitely worth every penny...and it'll still be around by the time that I'll have the money to buy it.

godfry n. glad · #4 08-06-2004, 06:52 PM

My wife really loved the letter home from the doomed soldier to his wife. It would put her into tears every time.

The music behind the scenes is exceedingly evocative. I own a VCR copy of the whole thing, as well as a CD of the music alone.

Burns' genius for documentaries shows through in a big way with the Civil War series. His piece on the building of the Brooklyn Bridge is also captivating. If you haven't seen it, I recommend it.

godfry