ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — George Masa (1885 – 1933) was a Japanese photographer whose pictures of the Appalachian Mountains were invaluable in the formation of the Appalachian Trail and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Despite his historical impact, little is known about Masa in his private life.
In “A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story,” a new documentary, filmmaker Paul Bonesteel attempts to unearth the story of the legendary photographer. “A Life Reimagined” will make its world premiere on April 29 at the Fine Arts Theatre in downtown Asheville. Find tickets here.
Uncovering the mystery of Masa
“A Life Reimagined” is not Bonesteel’s first time exploring the life of George Masa.
In 2003, “The Mystery of George Masa,” a documentary by Bonesteel, aired on PBS, exploring the enigma of the photographer and the prevailing importance of his work…