American Masters Season 5

Season 5

Air date: 1990-07-02
Episodes: 8

Episodes


E1: Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer

The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.

Air date: 1990-07-02   • ★ 6.3
E2: John Cassavetes

A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.

Air date: 1990-07-09   • ★ 10
E3: Martin Scorsese Directs

Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.

Air date: 1990-07-16   • ★ 6
E4: You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story

The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.

Air date: 1990-07-23
E5: Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter

The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.

Air date: 1990-07-30
E6: John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen

A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.

Air date: 1990-08-20
E7: Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret

The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.

Air date: 1990-08-27
E8: John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It

The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.

Air date: 1990-09-17
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