American Masters - Season 1

American Masters - Season 1

Season 1

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Episodes12
DatesJun 23, 1986 - Sep 8, 1986
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Episodes

Arthur Miller: Private Conversations
Season 1Episode 190 min

Arthur Miller: Private Conversations

In the period immediately following the end of World War II, American theater was transformed by the work of playwright Arthur Miller. Profoundly influenced by the Depression and the war that immediately followed it, Miller tapped into a sense of dissatisfaction and unrest within the greater American psyche. His probing dramas proved to be both the conscience and redemption of the times.

Jun 23, 1986
Phillip Johnson: A Self Portrait
Season 1Episode 290 min

Phillip Johnson: A Self Portrait

One of the major American architectural minds of the twentieth century, Philip Johnson has played an enormous role in both understanding and creating the urban skylines of the country. As historian, curator, and practicing architect he has had a formative effect on generations of architects.

Jun 30, 1986
Katherine Anne Porter: The Eye of Memory
Season 1Episode 390 min

Katherine Anne Porter: The Eye of Memory

A biography of the well-known social critic and author Katherine Anne Porter.
Jul 7, 1986
The Unknown Chaplin: Part 1
Season 1Episode 490 min

The Unknown Chaplin: Part 1

An in-depth treatment of the life and sensibilities of the innovative silent film superstar Charlie Chaplin.
Jul 14, 1986
The Unknown Chaplin: Part 2
Season 1Episode 590 min

The Unknown Chaplin: Part 2

An in-depth treatment of the life and sensibilities of the innovative silent film superstar Charlie Chaplin.
Jul 21, 1986
The Unknown Chaplin: Part 3
Season 1Episode 690 min

The Unknown Chaplin: Part 3

An in-depth treatment of the life and sensibilities of the innovative silent film superstar Charlie Chaplin.
Jul 28, 1986
Billie Holiday: The Long Night of Lady Day
Season 1Episode 790 min

Billie Holiday: The Long Night of Lady Day

A biography of Billie Holiday, one of America's most unique and emotional jazz singers and the tragic end of her life at an early age.
Aug 4, 1986
James Levine: A Life in Music
Season 1Episode 890 min

James Levine: A Life in Music

The musical career of the long-time conductor of New York City's Metropolitan Opera as reflected by following his normal working day on camera.
Aug 11, 1986
Aaron Copland: About the Composer
Season 1Episode 990 min

Aaron Copland: About the Composer

Aaron Copland was one of the most respected American classical composers of the twentieth century. By incorporating popular forms of American music such as jazz and folk into his compositions, he created pieces both exceptional and innovative. As a spokesman for the advancement of indigenous American music, Copland made great strides in liberating it from European influence.

Aug 18, 1986
Thomas Eakins: A Motion Portrait
Season 1Episode 1090 min

Thomas Eakins: A Motion Portrait

The strikingly realistic and unsentimental paintings of the noted artist from Philadelphia.
Aug 25, 1986
Georgia O'Keeffe
Season 1Episode 1190 min

Georgia O'Keeffe

A profile of the noted American artist originally produced to celebrate her 90th birthday.
Sep 1, 1986
Eugene O'Neill: A Glory of Ghosts
Season 1Episode 1290 min

Eugene O'Neill: A Glory of Ghosts

Sep 8, 1986

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