storytelling

The documentary meets Burns’ consistent standard of eye-opening storytelling, steadily marching through territory in American history that few, aside from academics and other experts, have traveled.

"I think this one just blows the others out of the water completely in the storytelling and where we go," he says.

“Her trailblazing impact on television and her dedication to storytelling across stage and screen have left an indelible mark on popular culture. We are honored to celebrate her extraordinary contributions to entertainment.”

This year also begat “Billy the Kid” from “Vikings” creator Michael Hirst, which failed to hold its storytelling reins as securely as these other titles.

“The museum was built on the belief that illustrated storytelling is a universal language.”