American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others who have left an indelible impression on the cultural landscape of the United States.
Showing Season 5 of 40
Season 5
1990
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01. Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
1990-07-02
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
02. John Cassavetes
1990-07-09
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
03. Martin Scorsese Directs
1990-07-16
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
04. You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
1990-07-23
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
05. Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
1990-07-30
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
06. John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
1990-08-20
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
07. Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret
1990-08-27
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
08. John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It
1990-09-17
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.
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