American Masters 18
2003-09-03 | Documentary | 8 episodes38 Seasons
Episode
Arthur Miller, Elia Kazan and the Blacklist (2003)
The dispute between one of America's most influential playwrights and a respected movie director over actions taken during the "red scare" of the 1950s.
James Brown: Soul Survivor (2003)
The highs and lows of the life of James Brown, the colorful and controversial "Godfather of Soul".
Cary Grant: A Class Apart (2004)
“Eternally elegant” screen superstar Cary Grant (1904-86) is profiled. Included are clips from his films and interviews with ex-wife Betsy Drake and widow Barbara Grant. There are also comments from biographers and film critics, and costars Eva Marie Saint and Martin Landau. Helen Mirren is the narrator, and Jeremy Northam provides the voice of Grant.
Balanchine (2004)
A retrospective on the life and work of George Balanchine, a founder of American ballet.
Judy Garland: By Myself (2004)
A detailed examination of the celebrated vocalist's career, from her amazing successes to her self-doubts and personal problems.