American Masters — Season 5

Episodes

E01 Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
★ 6.5
Jul 2, 1990 · 1h 30m
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
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E02 John Cassavetes
★ 10.0
Jul 9, 1990 · 1h 30m
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
E03 Martin Scorsese Directs
★ 6.0
Jul 16, 1990 · 1h 30m
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
E04 You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
★ 7.0
Jul 23, 1990 · 1h 30m
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
E05 Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
Jul 30, 1990 · 1h 30m
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
E06 John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
Aug 20, 1990 · 1h 30m
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
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E07 Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret
★ 10.0
Aug 27, 1990 · 1h 30m
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
E08 John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It
★ 7.0
Sep 17, 1990 · 1h 30m
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.