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Season 32 – American Masters

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Since its premiere in 1986, this Emmy-winning documentary series has presented hundreds of hours comprising profiles of outstanding American cultural artists. Past subjects have included Charlie Chaplin, Helen Hayes, pop icon Andy Warhol, singer Billie Holliday and composer-conductor Leonard Bernstein.

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Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times That story is well told here. It had me in tears, at any rate - I am that kind of sports fan. Jul 24, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Jan 19, 2018 Lorraine Hansberry The life and work of playwright and activist Lorraine Hansberry, and her role in the civil rights movement. Details Episode 2 Aired May 18, 2018 Hedy Lamarr Actress Hedy Lamarr's pioneering work as an inventor becomes the basis for secure Wi-Fi, GPS and Bluetooth. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 23, 2018 Ted Williams: The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived The many sides of Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Ted Williams, including his relationships with his Mexican-American background, family, press and fans. Details Episode 4 Aired Aug 31, 2018 Eva Hesse Sculptor Eva Hesse's groundbreaking work in the 1960s changes the course of art history and women's place in art. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 7, 2018 Elizabeth Murray The life and work of artist Elizabeth Murray, including a look at her place in contemporary art history. Details Episode 6 Aired Sep 7, 2018 Andrew Wyeth Artist Andrew Wyeth's wide range of influences, from modern artists and war to film and the black community. Details Episode 7 Aired Sep 14, 2018 Basquiat Graffiti artist Jean-Michel Basquiat rises to fame during the late 1970s to early 1980s. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 14, 2018 Itzhak Perlman The life story of Grammy Award-winning violinist Itzhak Perlman, including his battle with polio and his career as a conductor and music teacher. Details
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Season Info

Creator
Susan Lacy
Network
PBS
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 19, 2018