Documentary series focusing on great American artists and personalities.
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 Holiday, and Composer and Conductor Leonard Bernstein.
Aired: Jan 11, 2010 A documentary capturing the life of Sam Cooke.
2. I.M. Pei: Building China Modern
Aired: Mar 31, 2010Entering the twilight of his career, Pei returns to his ancestral home of Suz...
3. The Doors: When You're Strange
Aired: May 12, 2010A chronological look at The Doors, focusing on lead singer, Jim Morrison (194...
4. Merle Haggard: Learning to Live with Myself
Aired: Jun 21, 2010A candid documentary about the country music legend, who is often called "the...
Aired: Sep 20, 2010 The Grammy-winning bassist Israel "Cachao" Lopez died on March 2008, almost 9...
Aired: Oct 4, 2010 This episode page reflects the re-showing of the original title A Letter to E...
Aired: Nov 22, 2010 A look at the period of time musician John Lennon and his family spent living...
8. Genius Within: The Inner Life of Glenn Gould
Aired: Dec 27, 2010A profoundly enigmatic musical poet, this film artfully pierces through the m...
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Current Status: Returning Series
Network: PBS
Genres: Documentary, Music, History, Biography
