American Masters
Season 12
American Masters
6 episodes
E01
Episode 11997-09-1790m
The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg
The poetry of the noted "beat generation" poet and the post World War II lifestyle and values reflected within his works.
E02
Episode 21997-11-2690m
Vaudeville
The origins and growth of a unique form of live entertainment in the 20th century.
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E03
Episode 31998-02-0490m
Billy Wilder: the Human Comedy
A profile of writer-director Billy Wilder.
E04
Episode 41998-04-2990m
Lou Reed: Rock and Roll Heart
Profile of one of the major leaders of new directions in rock music.
E05
Episode 51998-05-0190m
Don Hewitt: 90 Minutes on 60 Minutes
The work of Don Hewitt in the CBS news department and the story of the long-running new magazine 60 Minutes.
E06
Episode 61998-06-1790m
Alexander Calder
A biography of the acclaimed sculptor known for his mobiles and large public art pieces.