CLOSE TO YOU: REMEBERING THE CARPENTERS (PBS 1998)

The fascinating history of the top American music act of the 1970s - brother and sister duo Richard and Karen Carpenter. Featuring rare performances and extensive archival material, this special program celebrates the timeless appeal of the Carpenters' from Karen's dauntingly beautiful and expressive voice to Richard's diverse talents as arranger, pianist, composer and producer. Among the friends and associates who pay tribute to the extraordinary career of Richard and his late sister Karen are Herb Albert, Burt Bacharach, Petula Clark, Les Paul, Paul Williams, and members of the Carpenters band. This expanded edition contains previously unavailable bonus footage including the songs (A Place To) Hideaway and Ava Maria, interview segments, commercials and other extras exclusive to this release. (Digital, 100 min)