American Masters
Season 12
19976 episodes
Episode 1
The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg
Sep 17, 19971h 30m
The poetry of the noted "beat generation" poet and the post World War II lifestyle and values reflected within his works.
Episode 2
Vaudeville
Nov 26, 19971h 30m
TMDB rating 8.0TMDB
The origins and growth of a unique form of live entertainment in the 20th century.
Episode 3
Billy Wilder: the Human Comedy
Feb 4, 19981h 30m
A profile of writer-director Billy Wilder.
Episode 4
Lou Reed: Rock and Roll Heart
Apr 29, 19981h 30m
TMDB rating 9.0TMDB
Profile of one of the major leaders of new directions in rock music.
Episode 5
Don Hewitt: 90 Minutes on 60 Minutes
May 1, 19981h 30m
The work of Don Hewitt in the CBS news department and the story of the long-running new magazine 60 Minutes.
Episode 6
Alexander Calder
Jun 17, 19981h 30m
A biography of the acclaimed sculptor known for his mobiles and large public art pieces.