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First Aired: June 23rd, 1986

Network: PBS

Summary: 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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Season 5

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

Air Date: July 2nd, 1990

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

Episode 2: John Cassavetes

Air Date: July 9th, 1990

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

Episode 3: Martin Scorsese Directs

Air Date: July 16th, 1990

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

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

Air Date: July 23rd, 1990

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

Episode 5: Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter

Air Date: July 30th, 1990

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

Episode 6: John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen

Air Date: August 20th, 1990

Summary: 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

Air Date: August 27th, 1990

Summary: 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

Air Date: September 17th, 1990

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

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