Season 5
8 episodes
1. Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
1h 30m · Jul 2, 1990
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
2. John Cassavetes
1h 30m · Jul 9, 1990
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
3. Martin Scorsese Directs
1h 30m · Jul 16, 1990
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
4. You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
1h 30m · Jul 23, 1990
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
5. Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
1h 30m · Jul 30, 1990
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
6. John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
1h 30m · Aug 20, 1990
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
7. Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret
1h 30m · Aug 27, 1990
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
1h 30m · Sep 17, 1990
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.