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 1. Harold Clurman: A Life of Theatre1989-07-03 · 1h 30mThe life of the renowned Broadway director and arts critic, as well as co-founder of New York's Group Theatre.
- 2 2. Stella Adler: Awake and Dream!1989-07-10 · 1h 30mA retrospective on the career of one of America's finest teachers of acting technique.
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3. Satchmo: The Life of Louis Armstrong1989-07-31 · 1h 30mThe evolution and extraordinary musical creations of the nation's best-known jazz musician.
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4. James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket1989-08-14 · 1h 30mThe noted author, his battles against racism, and its expression in his books.
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5. Celebrating Bird: The Triumph of Charlie Parker1989-08-17 · 1h 30mA biographical documentary on the short-lived career of brilliant jazz musician Charlie Parker. Features his only television appearance and rare concert footage. Includes cameos by
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6. Jasper Johns: Ideas in Paint1989-09-11 · 1h 30mThe mind of a famed neo-abstractionist painter as it expresses itself on canvas.
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7. Mort Sahl: The Loyal Opposition1989-09-18 · 1h 30mThe biting comedic satire of Mort Sahl and his rise to prominence in the 1960s.
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8. W. Eugene Smith: Photography Made Difficult1989-09-25 · 1h 30mThe work of the provacative photographer for Life magazine.
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9. Harold Lloyd: The Third Genius1989-11-15 · 1h 30mProfile of the comedy standout from the silent era who is often mentioned third behind Chaplin and Keaton.
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10. Milos Forman: Portrait1989-12-20 · 1h 30mThe movies of the Academy Award-winning motion picture maker.
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