Episode guide
American Masters: Season 27
5 episodes · premiered Feb 22, 2013
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- Episode 1: Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Godmother of Rock & Roll Feb 22, 2013 · 1h 30m Despite not being a household name today, Sister Rosetta Tharpe is one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Her flamboyance, skill, and showmanship on the newly electrified…
- Episode 2: Philip Roth: Unmasked Mar 29, 2013 · 1h 30m A profile of literary lion Philip Roth. Interviewed at his New York City apartment and Connecticut farmhouse, he reflects on his upbringing in Newark, N.J., writing process and…
- Episode 3: Mel Brooks: Make a Noise May 20, 2013 · 1h 30m A profile of Mel Brooks, the comic mastermind behind such classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Featured are remarks from friends and associates, including Matthew…
- Episode 4: Billie Jean King Sep 10, 2013 · 1h 30m A profile of Billie Jean King, who won 39 Grand Slam tennis titles; helped form a precursor to the WTA Tour; founded the Women's Sports Foundation and Women's Sports magazine; cofounded…
- Episode 5: Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin' Nov 5, 2013 · 1h 30m A profile of Jimi Hendrix (1942-70), featuring footage from the 1968 Miami Pop Festival, home movies and remarks from family, friends and fellow musicians, including Paul McCartney; band…