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Release Year2008
Runtime1 Season
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDocumentary
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TypeWeb Series
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Also Known AsThe Story Of The Guitar
About The Story Of The Guitar
How did the guitar become the world’s favorite instrument? Alan Yentob begins this personal journey, fascinated by both the sound of the Oud, an ancient middle-eastern ancestor of the lute, and the iconic guitar draped round the necks of Bill Hailey and Elvis Presley, which rocked the cosy world of popular music in the 50s.
Directed by —, The Story Of The Guitar leans on a strong ensemble — Alan Yentob — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2008.
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