David Leaf

David Leaf

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. David Leaf (born April 20, 1952) is an American writer, producer and director known for documentaries, music programs and pop culture retrospectives. Among his best known documentaries are The Night James Brown Saved Boston (2008), The U.S. vs. John Lennon (2006) and Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of SMiLE (2004). He also wrote the landmark Brian Wilson biography The Beach Boys and The California Myth (1978). Description above from the Wikipedia article David Leaf, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia

  • Title: David Leaf
  • Popularity: 1.3111
  • Known For: Directing
  • Birthday: 1952-04-20
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David Leaf Movies

  • 1995
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    Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times

    Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times

    6 1995 HD

    I Just Wasn't Made for These Times is a documentary about the life of Brian Wilson, the musical mastermind and songwriter for the Beach Boys. The...

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  • 2009
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    The Television Revolution Begins: "All in the Family" Is On the Air

    The Television Revolution Begins: "All in the Family" Is On the Air

    1 2009 HD

    DVD featurette documenting the success of "All in the Family".

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  • 2009
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    Those Were the Days: The Birth of "All in the Family"

    Those Were the Days: The Birth of "All in the Family"

    1 2009 HD

    DVD featurette documenting the beginnings of "All in the Family"

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  • 2009
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    Those Were the Days: The Birth of "All in the Family"

    Those Were the Days: The Birth of "All in the Family"

    1 2009 HD

    DVD featurette documenting the beginnings of "All in the Family"

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  • 2006
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    The U.S. vs. John Lennon

    The U.S. vs. John Lennon

    6.6 2006 HD

    A documentary on the life of John Lennon, with a focus on the time in his life when he transformed from a musician into an antiwar activist.

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  • 2010
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    Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin' About Him?)

    Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin' About Him?)

    7.054 2010 HD

    The life and work of the enigmatic singer-songwriter Harry Nilsson.

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  • 2001
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    Dean Martin: That's Amore

    Dean Martin: That's Amore

    1 2001 HD

    Like his fellow Rat Packers, pop crooner Dean Martin was more than just an accomplished singer--he also enjoyed success as a movie star, comedian,...

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  • 2008
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    James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston

    James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston

    6.6 2008 HD

    On April 5, 1968, soul legend James Brown performed a concert in Boston that many say shielded that city from the kinds of devastating riots that...

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  • 2003
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    Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter

    Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter

    1 2003 HD

    The documentary Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter contains numerous clips from the film and television work of the beloved entertainer. These snippets...

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  • 2003
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    Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter

    Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter

    1 2003 HD

    The documentary Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter contains numerous clips from the film and television work of the beloved entertainer. These snippets...

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  • 2003
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    Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter

    Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter

    1 2003 HD

    The documentary Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter contains numerous clips from the film and television work of the beloved entertainer. These snippets...

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  • 1992
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    The Martin & Lewis Story: The Last Great Comedy Team

    The Martin & Lewis Story: The Last Great Comedy Team

    1 1992 HD

    Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis were the hottest act in America in the 1950's & the highest paid comedy team in show business. They starred in nightclubs,...

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  • 1995
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    You Can't Do That! The Making of 'A Hard Day's Night'

    You Can't Do That! The Making of 'A Hard Day's Night'

    6 1995 HD

    Thirty years after A Hard Day's Night, its producer, director, writer and others describe its making. United Artists Records came to Walter Shenson,...

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  • 2006
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    The U.S. vs. John Lennon

    The U.S. vs. John Lennon

    6.6 2006 HD

    A documentary on the life of John Lennon, with a focus on the time in his life when he transformed from a musician into an antiwar activist.

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  • 2006
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    The U.S. vs. John Lennon

    The U.S. vs. John Lennon

    6.6 2006 HD

    A documentary on the life of John Lennon, with a focus on the time in his life when he transformed from a musician into an antiwar activist.

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  • 2004
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    Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile

    Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile

    6.6 2004 HD

    This film tells (using modern day interviews and archival footage and sound tapes) the story of how in 1967, while his band The Beach Boys...

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  • 2003
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    Vintage Sinatra

    Vintage Sinatra

    10 2003 HD

    Performing timeless pieces such as "Night & Day" and "I've Got You Under My Skin," Sinatra's legendary voice and easy manner charms audiences young...

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  • 1993
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    The Unknown Marx Brothers

    The Unknown Marx Brothers

    5.4 1993 HD

    A tribute to the lives and careers of the Marx Brothers utilizing rare archival footage and personal interviews.

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  • 2001
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    Bee Gees - Live by Request

    Bee Gees - Live by Request

    6.3 2001 HD

    Celebrating 35 years of hitmaking, the Bee Gees take the stage in New York City with host Mark McEwen taking the requests as Barry, Maurice and Robin...

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  • 2018
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    American Dream: Detroit

    American Dream: Detroit

    1 2018 HD

    The comeback of Detroit is poised to be the greatest turnaround story of American history.

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  • 1987
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    The Beach Boys: 25 Years Together - A Celebration In Waikiki

    The Beach Boys: 25 Years Together - A Celebration In Waikiki

    1 1987 HD

    Enjoy the Beach Boys in a 90 minute concert celebrating their 25 year anniversary with guest artists like Glen Campbell, Ray Charles, The Everly...

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  • 1992
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    The Martin & Lewis Story: The Last Great Comedy Team

    The Martin & Lewis Story: The Last Great Comedy Team

    1 1992 HD

    Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis were the hottest act in America in the 1950's & the highest paid comedy team in show business. They starred in nightclubs,...

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  • 2000
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    The Unknown Peter Sellers

    The Unknown Peter Sellers

    8 2000 HD

    Documentary about the life and career of a comic genius, Peter Sellers.

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  • 2000
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    The Unknown Peter Sellers

    The Unknown Peter Sellers

    8 2000 HD

    Documentary about the life and career of a comic genius, Peter Sellers.

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  • 1993
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    The Unknown Marx Brothers

    The Unknown Marx Brothers

    5.4 1993 HD

    A tribute to the lives and careers of the Marx Brothers utilizing rare archival footage and personal interviews.

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  • 2003
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    Jack Paar: Smart Television

    Jack Paar: Smart Television

    1 2003 HD

    PBS documentary examining the work of Jack Paar.

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  • 2017
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    Stayin' Alive: A Grammy Salute to the Music of the Bee Gees

    Stayin' Alive: A Grammy Salute to the Music of the Bee Gees

    7.6 2017 HD

    A star-studded tribute concert celebrating the iconic pop trio's impressive career.

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  • 2000
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    Jonathan Winters: On the Loose

    Jonathan Winters: On the Loose

    1 2000 HD

    A comic mastermind who influenced generations of comedians, Jonathan Winters has been making audiences laugh for nearly half a century. This...

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  • 2005
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    The Divine Bette Midler

    The Divine Bette Midler

    1 2005 HD

    Follow the career of the Divine Miss M -- singer and actress Bette Midler -- from the bathhouses to Broadway to starring film roles. This A&E...

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  • 2003
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    Jack Paar: Smart Television

    Jack Paar: Smart Television

    1 2003 HD

    PBS documentary examining the work of Jack Paar.

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  • 2003
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    Jack Paar: Smart Television

    Jack Paar: Smart Television

    1 2003 HD

    PBS documentary examining the work of Jack Paar.

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  • 2008
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    James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston

    James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston

    6.6 2008 HD

    On April 5, 1968, soul legend James Brown performed a concert in Boston that many say shielded that city from the kinds of devastating riots that...

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  • 2001
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    Bee Gees: This Is Where I Came In

    Bee Gees: This Is Where I Came In

    7.667 2001 HD

    This Is Where I Came In is the Bee Gees' 22nd and final studio album (twentieth worldwide), released in 2001. It is the only album of all-new...

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  • 2004
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    Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile

    Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile

    6.6 2004 HD

    This film tells (using modern day interviews and archival footage and sound tapes) the story of how in 1967, while his band The Beach Boys...

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  • 2004
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    Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile

    Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile

    6.6 2004 HD

    This film tells (using modern day interviews and archival footage and sound tapes) the story of how in 1967, while his band The Beach Boys...

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  • 1970
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    1 1970 HD

    Follows the careers of Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis from their first performance together at the 500 Club in Atlantic City in 1946 through their years...

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  • 1970
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    1 1970 HD

    Follows the careers of Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis from their first performance together at the 500 Club in Atlantic City in 1946 through their years...

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  • 1970
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    1 1970 HD

    Follows the careers of Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis from their first performance together at the 500 Club in Atlantic City in 1946 through their years...

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