Ken Burns: Mark TwainConsidered by many the funniest man of his time, Mark Twain was a critic of human nature who used humor to attack hypocrisy, greed, and racism. As one of America’s most beloved authors, he created some of our most memorable characters, stories, and quotable sayings. In this two-part documentary series, director Ken Burns digs beneath the legend to discover the true Samuel Clemens—revealing an extraordinary life filled with adventure, comedy, literary success and failure, and more than its share of tragedy. A wealth of archival photos and material enriches both programs. Distributed by PBS Distribution. 2-part series, 112 minutes each.
