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S10·E8 Wonders Are Many: The Making of 'Doctor Atomic'

Core Aired December 16, 2008 60 min
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Synopsis

This program tells the story of making a grand opera about the birth of the atomic bomb. This behind-the-scenes documentary follows composer John Adams and director Peter Sellars over the course of a year as they work to forge the tale of J. Robert Oppenheimer into a music drama like no other: the strange and beautiful "Doctor Atomic."

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 10 Episode 8 of Independent Lens air?

Season 10, Episode 8 ('Wonders Are Many: The Making of 'Doctor Atomic'') originally aired on December 16, 2008.

How long is Season 10 Episode 8 ('Wonders Are Many: The Making of 'Doctor Atomic'')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.

What happens in Independent Lens Season 10 Episode 8?

This program tells the story of making a grand opera about the birth of the atomic bomb. This behind-the-scenes documentary follows composer John Adams and director Peter Sellars over the course of a year as they work to forge the tale of J. Robert Oppenheimer into a music drama like no other: the s...

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