Sky Arte airs documentary on music photographer Jim Marshall
Sky Arte will broadcast the documentary 'Show Me The Picture – The Story Of Jim Marshall' on Sunday, June 11. Directed by Alfred George Bailey, the film explores the life and work of Jim Marshall, the photographer who captured iconic images of music legends such as Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, and the Beatles. Marshall, who died in 2010, is known for his candid, unobtrusive style, famously saying he reacts to subjects in their environment without giving directions. His portfolio includes Jimi Hendrix setting his guitar on fire and Johnny Cash at San Quentin prison. The documentary highlights his talent and his struggles with inner demons. The content on Sky Arte's website is curated by Artribune.
Key facts
- Documentary 'Show Me The Picture – The Story Of Jim Marshall' airs on Sky Arte on Sunday, June 11.
- Directed by Alfred George Bailey.
- Jim Marshall died in 2010.
- Marshall photographed Bob Dylan, Rolling Stones, Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Cash.
- Iconic photo: Jimi Hendrix setting guitar on fire.
- Iconic photo: Johnny Cash at San Quentin prison.
- Marshall described himself as a journalist using a camera.
- Sky Arte content curated by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Jim Marshall
- Bob Dylan
- Jimi Hendrix
- Johnny Cash
- Alfred George Bailey
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Artribune
Locations
- San Quentin