Season 5 (1990)
Episodes: 8
Star Cast:
Episodes List
Ep.1 Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
Air Date: 1990-07-02
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
Ep.2 John Cassavetes
Air Date: 1990-07-09
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
Ep.3 Martin Scorsese Directs
Air Date: 1990-07-16
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
Ep.4 You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
Air Date: 1990-07-23
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
Ep.5 Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
Air Date: 1990-07-30
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
Ep.6 John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
Air Date: 1990-08-20
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
Ep.7 Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret
Air Date: 1990-08-27
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
Ep.8 John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It
Air Date: 1990-09-17
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.