This charming documentary from PBS
showcases the amazing talents Annie Leibovitz and is produced by
Annie’s own sister, Barbara Leibovitz. Although Annie Leibovitz has
led quite a colourful life, her sister focuses on the positives of
her career and showcases her styles and clients throughout the
years.
As chief photographer for Rolling Stone
in the 1970’s, Annie became quite the iconic photographer that
eventually led her in being one of Vanity Fair’s preferred
photographers.
The documentary also highlights the
variety of subjects that she has photographed from Bette Midler to
Arnold Schwarzenegger not to mention war torn countries such as
Sarajevo and Rwanda.
Her love for photography came from her
gypsy-like childhood as her father was an Air Force Officer and she
spent much of the time traversing the globe. Becoming a house hold
name in the United States and quite famous across the globe, her
other famous subjects included John Lennon and Hilary Clinton but
she also focuses on the "normal" people of humanity that is also
portrayed in this documentary.
Annie Leibovitz is truly an insight
documentary into the life of one of America's most celebrated
photographers that makes this compelling viewing for anyone
interested in photography and what drives a photographer.
DVD Special Features
- Bonus Interviews
- Theatrical Trailer