5x01 Preston Sturges: The Rise and Fall of an American Dreamer
July 2, 1990 9:00 pm
The life of the famous director and scriptwriter, from his writings for the stage to his Hollywood acclaim.
5x02 John Cassavetes
July 9, 1990 9:00 pm
A documentary that follows the varied career of the noted film director.
5x03 Martin Scorsese Directs
July 16, 1990 9:00 pm
Interviews and film clips document the hard-hitting film work of Scorsese.
5x04 You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
July 23, 1990 9:00 pm
The career of Porter as seen through filmed versions of his work and commentary from performance stars.
5x05 Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
July 30, 1990 9:00 pm
The fascinating life of the model for the "hard-boiled" radio and television journalist.
5x06 John Hammond: From Bessie Smith to Bruce Springsteen
August 20, 1990 9:00 pm
A documentary on the 50 year career of a legendary producer of recording artists and musicians.
5x07 Sanford Meisner: The Theater's Best Kept Secret
August 27, 1990 9:00 pm
The work of an acting coach and instructor who had a profound impact on the American stage.
5x08 John Cage: I Have Nothing to Say and I'm Saying It
September 17, 1990 9:00 pm
The outrageously odd and original compositions of an avant-garde musician.
