American Masters
American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others who have left an indelible impression on the cultural landscape of the United States.
Episodes
1Isaac in America: A Journey with Isaac Bashevis Singer
90 minJul 6, 1987
A profile of the literary work of Isaac Bashevis Singer and his influence on preserving Jewish culture and the Yiddish language.
2Directed by William Wyler
90 minJul 13, 1987★ 7.7
A retrospective on the rich legacy of cinema directed by Wyler with clips and commentary.
3Rubinstein Remembered
90 minJul 20, 1987
A trip through the life and works of the piano virtuoso Arthur Rubinstein conducted by his son John.
4Nik and Murray
90 minJul 27, 1987
A story of two talented personalities, Alwin Nikolais and Murray Louis, and their collaborations in the world of dance.
5George Gershwin Remembered
90 minAug 24, 1987
The music of the unique American master composer (as well as his brother Ira) with insights from his collaborators and friends.
6Maurice Sendak: Mon Cher Papa
90 minAug 31, 1987
An installment that shows the author and illustrator at work staging a production of a Mozart opera.
7The Negro Ensemble Company
90 minSep 14, 1987
An ode to the work of the African American theater group founded in the late 60s and its impact on the performing arts.
8Unanswered Prayers: The Life and Times of Truman Capote
90 minSep 21, 1987
The evolution of the novelist and his impact on other artists and American culture.
9The Ten-Year Lunch: The Wit and Legend of the Algonquin Round Table
90 minSep 28, 1987
A history of the famed social gathering of leaders, intellectuals, writers, and artists.
10Buster Keaton: Hard Act to Follow
90 minNov 18, 1987
The story of the silent-era star who brought brilliance and originality to physical comedy.
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