American Masters - Season 5

Season 5
Network
Episodes8
Datesjuil. 2, 1990 - sept. 17, 1990
Episodes

Season 5Episode 190 min
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.
juil. 2, 1990

Season 5Episode 290 min
John Cassavetes
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
juil. 9, 1990

Season 5Episode 390 min
Martin Scorsese Directs
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
juil. 16, 1990

Season 5Episode 490 min
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.
juil. 23, 1990

Season 5Episode 590 min
Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
juil. 30, 1990

Season 5Episode 690 min
John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
août 20, 1990

Season 5Episode 790 min
Sanford Meisner: The Theater's Best Kept Secret
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
août 27, 1990

Season 5Episode 890 min
John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I'm Saying It
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.
sept. 17, 1990
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