American Masters (1986)
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.
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1. The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg1997-09-17 · 1h 30mThe poetry of the noted "beat generation" poet and the post World War II lifestyle and values reflected within his works.
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2. Vaudeville1997-11-26 · 1h 30mThe origins and growth of a unique form of live entertainment in the 20th century.
- 3 3. Billy Wilder: the Human Comedy1998-02-04 · 1h 30mA profile of writer-director Billy Wilder.
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4. Lou Reed: Rock and Roll Heart1998-04-29 · 1h 30mProfile of one of the major leaders of new directions in rock music.
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5. Don Hewitt: 90 Minutes on 60 Minutes1998-05-01 · 1h 30mThe work of Don Hewitt in the CBS news department and the story of the long-running new magazine 60 Minutes.
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6. Alexander Calder1998-06-17 · 1h 30mA biography of the acclaimed sculptor known for his mobiles and large public art pieces.
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