Season 12

Episodes • 1997

The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg

1. The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg

90 min

The poetry of the noted "beat generation" poet and the post World War II lifestyle and values reflected within his works.

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Vaudeville

2. Vaudeville

90 min

The origins and growth of a unique form of live entertainment in the 20th century.

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Billy Wilder: the Human Comedy

3. Billy Wilder: the Human Comedy

90 min

A profile of writer-director Billy Wilder.

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Lou Reed: Rock and Roll Heart

4. Lou Reed: Rock and Roll Heart

90 min

Profile of one of the major leaders of new directions in rock music.

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Don Hewitt: 90 Minutes on 60 Minutes

5. Don Hewitt: 90 Minutes on 60 Minutes

90 min

The work of Don Hewitt in the CBS news department and the story of the long-running new magazine 60 Minutes.

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Alexander Calder

6. Alexander Calder

90 min

A biography of the acclaimed sculptor known for his mobiles and large public art pieces.

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