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American Masters

Roberta Flack

Season 37 Episode 1 | 1hr 23m 33s

Follow music icon Roberta Flack from a piano lounge through her rise to stardom. From “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” to “Killing Me Softly,” Flack’s virtuosity was inseparable from her commitment to civil rights. Detailing her story in her own words, the film features exclusive access to Flack’s archives and interviews with Rev. Jesse Jackson, Peabo Bryson and more.

Aired: 01/23/23 | Expires: 09/30/23
Roberta Flack
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