Anna Deavere Smith on Art and Politics's primary photo
  • Now on PBS Anna Deavere Smith on Art and Politics
  • TV Episode | 25 min | Documentary, News

Now on PBS

Anna Deavere Smith on Art and Politics
TV Episode | 25 min | Documentary, News
NOW's David Brancaccio sits with award-winning playwright and performer Anna Deavere Smith to discuss an artist's role and responsibility in a world wracked by war. Widely known for her realistic portrayal of National Security Advisor ...See moreNOW's David Brancaccio sits with award-winning playwright and performer Anna Deavere Smith to discuss an artist's role and responsibility in a world wracked by war. Widely known for her realistic portrayal of National Security Advisor Nancy McNally on NBC's The West Wing, Smith's one-woman shows -- inspired by interviews with activists, politicians, and prison inmates -- have set her apart as one of theater's most electrifying performers. Her mission to translate art into social commentary has raised both her profile and her impact. Anna Deavere Smith on the state of the world through an artistic lens. See less
Read more: Plot summary
Editors
Kathi Black | David Brancaccio | Larry Goldfine | David Kreger | Judith Wolff
See all filmmakers & crew (36)
Status
Edit Released
Updated Aug 11, 2006
Release date
Aug 11, 2006 (United States)
Awards
Series awards
4 wins & 11 nominations

Contacts

+ Add

Become a member to see contact information for Anna Deavere Smith on Art and Politics.

Cast

 + Add Cast
3 cast members
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.

MOVIEmeter

Members only

Become a member to access additional data

Ratings Breakdown

1 external link (official website)