The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"
"American Pie" is a musical phenomenon woven deep into the history of American culture, entertaining audiences around the world for over 50 years, with a narrative that runs deeper than a catchy tune and cryptic verses. This documentary tells the stories of those who were there from the beginning, shows the perspective of a new generation of artists who are motivated by the same values and ideas that inspired the song's creation, and highlights cultural moments in American history that are as relevant today as they were in1971, when the song was released.
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"American Pie" is a musical phenomenon woven deep into the history of American culture, entertaining audiences around the world for over 50 years, with a narrative that runs deeper than a catchy tune and cryptic verses. This documentary tells the stories of those who were there from the beginning, shows the perspective of a new generation of artists who are motivated by the same values and ideas that inspired the song's creation, and highlights cultural moments in American history that are as relevant today as they were in1971, when the song was released.
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