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 18
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E1
Arthur Miller, Elia Kazan and the Blacklist
The dispute between one of America's most influential playwrights and a respected movie director over actions taken during the "red scare" of the 1950s.
Sep 3, 2003 · 120m -
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E2
James Brown: Soul Survivor
The highs and lows of the life of James Brown, the colorful and controversial "Godfather of Soul".
Oct 29, 2003 -
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Cary Grant: A Class Apart
“Eternally elegant” screen superstar Cary Grant (1904-86) is profiled. Included are clips from his films and interviews with ex-wife Betsy Drake and widow Barbara Grant. There are also comments from biographers and film critics, and costars Eva Marie Saint and Martin Landau. Helen Mirren is the narrator, and Jeremy Northam provides the voice of Grant.
Jan 7, 2004 · 87m -
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E4
Balanchine
A retrospective on the life and work of George Balanchine, a founder of American ballet.
Jan 14, 2004 -
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E5
Judy Garland: By Myself
A detailed examination of the celebrated vocalist's career, from her amazing successes to her self-doubts and personal problems.
Feb 25, 2004 · 116m -
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E6
Henry Luce and Time-Life's America: A Vision of Empire
Apr 28, 2004 · 90m -
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E7
Hank Williams: Honky Tonk Blues
The brief but impressive career of the man most responsible for defining what is modern "country music".
Jun 23, 2004 · 88m -
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E8
Julia! America's Favorite Chef
Through an interview with Julia herself, filmed in her fabled kitchen, and rare images from the photo collection of Paul Child and from family photo albums, Julia Child is revealed as few have seen her before in this tribute and testament to a great American icon.
Aug 18, 2004 · 60m
