American Masters

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  • : 1986
  • : 300
  • : 25
  • PBS
  • 21
  • Documentary

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5x1
Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
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02, 1990
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
5x2
John Cassavetes
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09, 1990
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
5x3
Martin Scorsese Directs
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16, 1990
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
5x4
You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
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23, 1990
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
5x5
Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
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30, 1990
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
5x6
John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
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20, 1990
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
5x7
Sanford Meisner: The Theater's Best Kept Secret
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27, 1990
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
5x8
John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I'm Saying It
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17, 1990
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.

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