American Masters — Season 5
01 Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
Jul 2, 19901h 30m★ 6.5
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
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02 John Cassavetes
Jul 9, 19901h 30m★ 10.0
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
03 Martin Scorsese Directs
Jul 16, 19901h 30m★ 6.0
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
04 You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
Jul 23, 19901h 30m★ 7.0
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
05 Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
Jul 30, 19901h 30m
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
06 John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
Aug 20, 19901h 30m
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
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07 Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret
Aug 27, 19901h 30m★ 10.0
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
08 John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It
Sep 17, 19901h 30m★ 7.0
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.