Season 5

1. Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer

1990-07-02 · 90m

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

2. John Cassavetes

1990-07-09 · 90m

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

3. Martin Scorsese Directs

1990-07-16 · 90m

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

4. You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story

1990-07-23 · 90m

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

5. Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter

1990-07-30 · 90m

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

6. John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen

1990-08-20 · 90m

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

7. Sanford Meisner: The American Theatre's Best Kept Secret

1990-08-27 · 90m

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

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

1990-09-17 · 90m

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