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