American Masters · S5 · E1
Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
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The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
Season 5
1Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
90 minJul 2, 1990★ 6.5Now viewing
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
2John Cassavetes
90 minJul 9, 1990
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
3Martin Scorsese Directs
90 minJul 16, 1990
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
4You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
90 minJul 23, 1990
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
5Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
90 minJul 30, 1990
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
6John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
90 minAug 20, 1990
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
7Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret
90 minAug 27, 1990
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
8John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It
90 minSep 17, 1990
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.