The circus [videorecording] / a Winter Films production for American experience ; WGBH ; written, produced and directed by Sharon Grimberg.
A four-hour mini-series that tells the story of one of the most popular and influential forms of entertainment in American history. Drawing upon a vast and rich visual archive, the film follows the rise and fall of the gigantic, traveling tented railroad circus, recounting the era when Circus Day could shut down a town, and circus stars were among the most famous people in the country.
Record details
- ISBN: 1531706304
- ISBN: 9781531706302
- Physical Description: 2 videodiscs (approximately 240 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
- Publisher: [Arlington, Virginia] : PBS, [2018]
- Distributor: [Arlington, Virginia] : Distributed by PBS Distribution, [2018]
- Copyright: ©2018
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- "Subtitles are a function of the disc and serve the same purpose as closed captions."Documentary.TV Parental Guidelines rating: TV-PG (parental guidance suggested; this program contains material that parents may find unsuitable for younger children).Widescreen.
- Creation/Production Credits Note:
- Composers of original music, Gary Lionelli, Nathan Halpern.
- Participant or Performer Note:
- Narrator, Michael Murphy.
- Date/Time and Place of an Event Note:
- Originally broadcast by PBS October 8-9, 2018.
- System Details Note:
- DVD; NTSC, Region 1; widescreen presentation; 5.1 surround.
- Language Note:
- In English with optional English subtitles.
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Available copies
- 7 of 7 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Rutherford County Library System.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 7 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutherford County Library | DVD Cir (Text) | 38801101876982 | Adult Video Nonfiction | Available | - |
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Summary:
A four-hour mini-series that tells the story of one of the most popular and influential forms of entertainment in American history. Drawing upon a vast and rich visual archive, the film follows the rise and fall of the gigantic, traveling tented railroad circus, recounting the era when Circus Day could shut down a town, and circus stars were among the most famous people in the country.
