Ken Burns
Ken Burns is a filmmaker and documentarian known for his acclaimed historical documentaries.
Director
July 29, 1953
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Brooklyn, New York
Ken Burns is a distinguished American filmmaker and documentarian, recognized for his unique style in crafting documentaries that delve into American history, culture, and politics. Some of his most notable works include “The Civil War,” “Baseball,” and “The Vietnam War.” Burns has received multiple Emmy Awards and two Oscar nominations. He is also an avid Boston Red Sox fan and lent his voice to the documentary “Four Days in October.” Apart from these well-known works, Burns has contributed to projects such as “Jazz,” “Prohibition,” and “The War.”