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Sky Arte airs first feature-length documentary on photographer Steve McCurry

publication · 2026-04-26

The documentary 'Steve McCurry – La ricerca del colore' premieres on Sky Arte on Monday, July 8, 2024. It is the first feature-length film dedicated to the celebrated photographer, covering over four decades of his career. McCurry, born in Philadelphia in 1950, is known for iconic images such as the 'Afghan Girl' and his documentation of the Gulf War environmental disaster. The film includes exclusive interviews, testimonials, and unseen footage, exploring his creative process and his passion for capturing the nuances of humanity. The content on Sky Arte's website is curated by Artribune.

Key facts

  • Documentary 'Steve McCurry – La ricerca del colore' airs July 8, 2024 on Sky Arte
  • First feature-length film about Steve McCurry
  • Covers over 40 years of McCurry's career
  • McCurry was born in Philadelphia in 1950
  • Known for 'Afghan Girl' photo and Gulf War documentation
  • Film includes exclusive interviews and unseen footage
  • Sky Arte website content curated by Artribune

Entities

Artists

  • Steve McCurry

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Philadelphia
  • United States

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