Season 5 (1990)

Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
6.2

July 2, 1990 • 1h 30m

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

John Cassavetes
10.0

July 9, 1990 • 1h 30m

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

Martin Scorsese Directs
6.0

July 16, 1990 • 1h 30m

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

You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
0.0

July 23, 1990 • 1h 30m

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

Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
0.0

July 30, 1990 • 1h 30m

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

John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
0.0

August 20, 1990 • 1h 30m

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

Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret
0.0

August 27, 1990 • 1h 30m

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

John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I Am Saying It
0.0

September 17, 1990 • 1h 30m

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