American Masters (1986)
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.
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Episode 1 - James Dean: Sense Memories
Release Date: 2005-05-11The brief but bright career of the cinema star who inspired an entire generation.
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Episode 2 - Sweet Honey in the Rock: Raise Your Voice
Release Date: 2005-06-29A profile of the musical group of African-American women who uniquely blend many cultural and historical themes in their work.
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Episode 3 - George Stevens: A Filmmaker's Journey
Release Date: 2005-07-13The life of the famous movie director as told through the eyes of his son (who is also a director).
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Episode 4 - Bob Newhart: Unbuttoned
Release Date: 2005-07-20A chronicle of the famed comic's life and success, from humble accountant to world-famous funny man.
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Episode 5 - Willa Cather: The Road is All
Release Date: 2005-09-07An analyis of the writings of the early 20th century prairie writer and the inner conflicts they exposed.
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Episode 6 - Ernest Hemingway: Rivers to the Sea
Release Date: 2005-09-14The famous author and his colorful life as told through his writings, letters, and interviews with family and scholars.
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Episode 7 - Bob Dylan: No Direction Home (1)
Release Date: 2005-09-26A journey through the poetry and music of Bob Dylan.
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Episode 8 - Bob Dylan: No Direction Home (2)
Release Date: 2005-09-27