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Making Sense of the Sixties

A documentary that delves into the pivotal events and cultural shifts of the 1960s, showcasing striking visuals and in-depth analysis of the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK, as well as the rapid escalation of the Vietnam War.

The film explores the transformative 1960s, examining key political and cultural upheavals, including the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK, the Vietnam War, and the historic moon landing.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Seeds of the Sixties

1. Seeds of the Sixties

Aired: Jan 21, 1991

The next episode explores the 1950s, a decade of widespread consensus and con...

Episode 4 In a Dark Time

4. In a Dark Time

Aired: Feb 11, 1991

The next episode delves into the tumultuous period of 1965 to 1968, examining...

Episode 5 Picking Up the Pieces

5. Picking Up the Pieces

Aired: Feb 18, 1991

The final episode of the series explores the tumultuous Nixon Administration,...

Info about Making Sense of the Sixties

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary