Seasons & episodes

S5 · E1Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer 1990-07-02 · 90 min＋

The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.

A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.

S5 · E3Martin Scorsese Directs 1990-07-16 · 90 min＋

Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.

S5 · E4You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story 1990-07-23 · 90 min＋

The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.

S5 · E5Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter 1990-07-30 · 90 min＋

The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.

S5 · E6John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen 1990-08-20 · 90 min＋

A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.

The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.

S5 · E8John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It 1990-09-17 · 90 min＋

The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.