Episodes 8

1 Goldwyn: The Man and His Movies

October 7, 2001

1h 30m

The story of the dreams and accomplishments of Samuel Goldwyn, a determined immigrant who founded a Hollywood movie dynasty.

2 F. Scott Fitzgerald: Winter Dreams

October 14, 2001

1h 30m

An examination of the themes and characters of the noted novelist.

3 Richard Rodgers: The Sweetest Sounds

October 21, 2001

1h 30m

The remarkable songs of America's best-known composer of music for the stage.

4 Quincy Jones: In the Pocket

November 18, 2001

1h 30m

Profile of the career of the ground-breaking musician and producer.

5 Good Rockin' Tonight: The Legacy of Sun Records

November 28, 2001

1h 30m

The story of how Sam Phillips founded the record company that pulled together some of the early legends of American Rock 'n' Roll.

6 Merce Cunningham: A Lifetime of Dance

December 16, 2001

1h 30m

A biography of one of the 20th century's most innovative choreographers.

7 Ralph Ellison: An American Journey

February 19, 2002

1h 30m

The impact of African-American author Ellison on the state of culture and literature in the United States.

8 Gene Kelly: Anatomy of a Dancer

March 1, 2002

1h 30m

The colorful life of the choreographer and performer who has often been acknowledged as America's most powerful and athletic dancer.

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