Thomas Hart Benton

Synopsis

Thomas Hart Benton's paintings were energetic and uncompromising. Today his works are in museums, but Benton hung them in saloons for ordinary people to appreciate.

Cast & Crew

Director

Ken Burns

Featured Cast

Thomas Hart Benton

Himself (archive footage)

Jason Robards

Narrator (voice)

Edward R. Murrow

Himself (archive footage)

Burl Ives

Himself

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