Through rare interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and reflections from Avedon himself, the film explores the two poles of his work: the seductive brightness of fashion and the emotional weight of his portraiture. From his early days at Harper’s Bazaar to the haunting series In the American West, Avedon’s photography is dissected not just as image-making, but as a psychological encounter.

It’s a documentary about seeing, what we reveal, what we hide, and how a camera can reach beneath both.

Originally Aired: 1995
Produced by: PBS / American Masters
Directed by: Helen Whitney
Length: 90 minutes
Featuring: Richard Avedon, Doon Arbus, Mike Nichols, and others

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