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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.
Miller expressed gratitude to Martin Scorsese for his honesty and fearlessness, which allowed her the freedom to create the series. She highlighted his profound impact on cinema, thanking him for his films on behalf of many worldwide.
