American Masters – Season 2
Episodes
Isaac in America: A Journey with Isaac Bashevis Singer
A profile of the literary work of Isaac Bashevis Singer and his influence on preserving Jewish culture and the Yiddish language.
Directed by William Wyler
A retrospective on the rich legacy of cinema directed by Wyler with clips and commentary.
Rubinstein Remembered
A trip through the life and works of the piano virtuoso Arthur Rubinstein conducted by his son John.
Nik and Murray
A story of two talented personalities, Alwin Nikolais and Murray Louis, and their collaborations in the world of dance.
George Gershwin Remembered
The music of the unique American master composer (as well as his brother Ira) with insights from his collaborators and friends.
Maurice Sendak: Mon Cher Papa
An installment that shows the author and illustrator at work staging a production of a Mozart opera.
The Negro Ensemble Company
An ode to the work of the African American theater group founded in the late 60s and its impact on the performing arts.
Unanswered Prayers: The Life and Times of Truman Capote
The evolution of the novelist and his impact on other artists and American culture.
The Ten-Year Lunch: The Wit and Legend of the Algonquin Round Table
A history of the famed social gathering of leaders, intellectuals, writers, and artists.
Buster Keaton: Hard Act to Follow
The story of the silent-era star who brought brilliance and originality to physical comedy.