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Scorsese Series Wins Top IndieWire Honor
7 Jun
Summary
- Rebecca Miller's five-part Scorsese doc won an award.
- The series was an insightful deep dive into Scorsese's life.
- Miller's project expanded from a feature to a five-hour series.
Rebecca Miller's five-part documentary series, "Mr. Scorsese," has been honored with the IndieWire Magnify Award. The series offers a comprehensive and insightful look into the life and career of filmmaker Martin Scorsese.
Initially conceived as a feature film, Miller's project evolved over five years into a five-hour documentary. This expansion was driven by the vast and rich material gathered from extensive conversations with Scorsese, revealing a deep connection between his life and his cinematic work.
The award ceremony, held on June 4 in Los Angeles, recognized the collaborative nature of filmmaking. Miller acknowledged her partners, including editor David Bartner and producers Damon Cardasis and Cindy Tolan, for their crucial support.
