Season 5
8 Episodes • 1990
Episodes
1. Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
July 2, 1990 • 90 min
★ 6.3
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
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2. John Cassavetes
July 9, 1990 • 90 min
★ 10.0
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
3. Martin Scorsese Directs
July 16, 1990 • 90 min
★ 6.0
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
4. You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
July 23, 1990 • 90 min
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
5. Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
July 30, 1990 • 90 min
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
6. John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
August 20, 1990 • 90 min
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
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7. Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret
August 27, 1990 • 90 min
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
8. John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It
September 17, 1990 • 90 min
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.