American Masters – Season 12
1997
6 Episodes
Episodes
S12E01
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.
17 Sept 199790m
S12E02
8.0Vaudeville
The origins and growth of a unique form of live entertainment in the 20th century.
26 Nov 199790m
No Image
S12E03
Billy Wilder: the Human Comedy
A profile of writer-director Billy Wilder.
04 Feb 199890m
S12E04
9.0Lou Reed: Rock and Roll Heart
Profile of one of the major leaders of new directions in rock music.
29 Apr 199890m
S12E05
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.
01 May 199890m
S12E06
Alexander Calder
A biography of the acclaimed sculptor known for his mobiles and large public art pieces.
17 Jun 199890m