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American Masters (1986)

7.0 41 seasons 316 episodes Returning Series
Documentary

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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Seasons & episodes

E1
Isaac in America: A Journey with Isaac Bashevis SingerJul 6, 1987 · 1h 30m

A profile of the literary work of Isaac Bashevis Singer and his influence on preserving Jewish culture and the Yiddish language.

E2
Directed by William WylerJul 13, 1987 · 1h 30m

A retrospective on the rich legacy of cinema directed by Wyler with clips and commentary.

E3
Rubinstein RememberedJul 20, 1987 · 1h 30m

A trip through the life and works of the piano virtuoso Arthur Rubinstein conducted by his son John.

E4
Nik and MurrayJul 27, 1987 · 1h 30m

A story of two talented personalities, Alwin Nikolais and Murray Louis, and their collaborations in the world of dance.

E5
George Gershwin RememberedAug 24, 1987 · 1h 30m

The music of the unique American master composer (as well as his brother Ira) with insights from his collaborators and friends.

E6
Maurice Sendak: Mon Cher PapaAug 31, 1987 · 1h 30m

An installment that shows the author and illustrator at work staging a production of a Mozart opera.

E7
The Negro Ensemble CompanySep 14, 1987 · 1h 30m

An ode to the work of the African American theater group founded in the late 60s and its impact on the performing arts.

E8
Unanswered Prayers: The Life and Times of Truman CapoteSep 21, 1987 · 1h 30m

The evolution of the novelist and his impact on other artists and American culture.

E9
The Ten-Year Lunch: The Wit and Legend of the Algonquin Round TableSep 28, 1987 · 1h 30m

A history of the famed social gathering of leaders, intellectuals, writers, and artists.

E10
Buster Keaton: Hard Act to FollowNov 18, 1987 · 1h 30m

The story of the silent-era star who brought brilliance and originality to physical comedy.

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