A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story is the inspiring and mysterious story of Japanese photographer George Masa, his passion for the Appalachian Mountains and his role in founding Great Smoky Mountains National Park. A winding road and decades of research finally reveal the secrets that followed him to his grave in 1933. His was an artistic odyssey—from tragedy in Japan and the Pacific Northwest to a reimagined life in Asheville, NC.
A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story is produced by Bonesteel Films in association with PBS North Carolina.
Watch A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story, premiering Tuesday, 5/12, 9 PM on PBS NC and YouTube and streaming Friday, 5/1 on the PBS app. Find additional airtimes across PBS NC & the North Carolina Channel on our TV Schedules page.
Wednesday, April 29, 6:30 PM
Join PBS North Carolina at the Fine Arts Theatre in Asheville for a screening of "A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story," a new documentary about the remarkable life of the mysterious Japanese photographer. Following the screening, join filmmaker Paul Bonesteel for a lively discussion about the film.
Researching the Film
George Masa left behind more questions than answers. Trace the century-long investigation—by friends, historians, photographers and filmmakers—that slowly pieced together the life of one of Appalachia's most enigmatic figures. Explore the books, archival discoveries and primary sources behind the film.
