Ken Burns says documenting the American Revolution made him 'optimistic' about the country's future

Documentary filmmaker and historian Ken Burns has cemented his career on bringing history to life.
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New PBS docuseries examines the ‘interwoven history’ of Black and Jewish Americans

(RNS) — Despite both having a history of persecution, the groups’ alliance has repeatedly been tested.

‘Black and Jewish America’ compiles an illuminating history of intersection

PBS' four-part documentary on the Black and Jewish experience in America, presented by Henry Louis Gates Jr., examines how ...

Henry Louis Gates Jr. on America's ‘Infinite Storylines'

The Harvard professor and host of PBS' Finding Your Roots talks country music and the blues, the joys of discovery, and the dangers of hate ...
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George Washington's vision for American identity tested 250 years later

As the country observes the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Judy Woodruff is starting a new chapter of America at a Crossroads. She’ll explore what it means to be an American, ...

As if! ‘Clueless,’ ‘The Karate Kid,’ ‘Inception’ among 25 movies entering National Film Registry

By JOCELYN NOVECK As if they’d leave “Clueless” off the list. Cher Horowitz fans, rejoice: Amy Heckerling’s 1995 teen comedy ...

'Clueless,' 'The Karate Kid,' 'Inception' highlight 25 movies entering National Film Registry

"The Big Chill," "Glory," "Philadelphia" and "The Grand Budapest Hotel" are among the titles selected for preservation, each ...