About this season
American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others who have left an indelible impression on the cultural landscape of the United States.
Episodes (8)
1. James Dean: Sense Memories
Aired 11 May 2005 • 90 min
The brief but bright career of the cinema star who inspired an entire generation.
2. Sweet Honey in the Rock: Raise Your Voice
Aired 29 June 2005 • 90 min
A profile of the musical group of African-American women who uniquely blend many cultural and historical themes in their work.
3. George Stevens: A Filmmaker's Journey
Aired 13 July 2005 • 90 min
The life of the famous movie director as told through the eyes of his son (who is also a director).
4. Bob Newhart: Unbuttoned
Aired 20 July 2005 • 90 min
A chronicle of the famed comic's life and success, from humble accountant to world-famous funny man.
5. Willa Cather: The Road is All
Aired 7 September 2005 • 90 min
An analyis of the writings of the early 20th century prairie writer and the inner conflicts they exposed.
6. Ernest Hemingway: Rivers to the Sea
Aired 14 September 2005 • 90 min
The famous author and his colorful life as told through his writings, letters, and interviews with family and scholars.
7. Bob Dylan: No Direction Home (1)
Aired 26 September 2005 • 90 min
A journey through the poetry and music of Bob Dylan.
8. Bob Dylan: No Direction Home (2)
8.0Aired 27 September 2005 • 90 min