American Masters
This long-running PBS series presents biography-style documentaries about influential American artists and cultural figures, from writers and musicians to filmmakers and performers. Each episode explores a subject’s life, work, and lasting impact through interviews, commentary, and archival material.
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Season 16
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E1
Goldwyn: The Man and His Movies
The story of the dreams and accomplishments of Samuel Goldwyn, a determined immigrant who founded a Hollywood movie dynasty.
Oct 7, 2001 · 118m -
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E2
F. Scott Fitzgerald: Winter Dreams
An examination of the themes and characters of the noted novelist.
Oct 14, 2001 -
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E3
Richard Rodgers: The Sweetest Sounds
The remarkable songs of America's best-known composer of music for the stage.
Oct 21, 2001 · 120m -
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E4
Quincy Jones: In the Pocket
Profile of the career of the ground-breaking musician and producer.
Nov 18, 2001 · 90m -
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E5
Good Rockin' Tonight: The Legacy of Sun Records
The story of how Sam Phillips founded the record company that pulled together some of the early legends of American Rock 'n' Roll.
Nov 28, 2001 · 112m -
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E6
Merce Cunningham: A Lifetime of Dance
A biography of one of the 20th century's most innovative choreographers.
Dec 16, 2001 · 90m -
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E7
Ralph Ellison: An American Journey
The impact of African-American author Ellison on the state of culture and literature in the United States.
Feb 19, 2002 · 87m -
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E8
Gene Kelly: Anatomy of a Dancer
The colorful life of the choreographer and performer who has often been acknowledged as America's most powerful and athletic dancer.
Mar 1, 2002 · 85m
