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American Masters

Inventing David Geffen

Season 26 Episode 7

Notoriously press and camera-shy, David Geffen reveals himself for the first time in this unflinching portrait of a complex and compelling man. His far-reaching influence — as agent and manager, record industry mogul, Hollywood and Broadway producer, and billionaire philanthropist — has helped shape American popular culture for the past four decades.

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Michael Tilson Thomas: Where Now Is
1:23:45
Discover the Grammy-winning conductor, pianist and composer.
Robert Shaw – Man of Many Voices
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53:11
Trace the journey of one of America’s greatest choral music conductors.
This Is Bob Hope...
1:52:53
Explore the entertainer’s life with unprecedented access to his archives. Director's cut.
Edgar Allan Poe: Buried Alive
1:24:03
See a new side of innovative writer Edgar Allan Poe, best known for Gothic horror tales.
Jacques Pépin: The Art of Craft
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53:37
Today he is known as a kitchen supernova, but Jacques Pépin's career began humbly.
James Beard: America's First Foodie
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Today’s American food movement can be traced back to one man: James Beard.
Harper Lee
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Explore the mysterious life of Harper Lee, the author of To Kill a Mockingbird
American Masters Season 29
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1:23:10
Ric Burns’ documentary on the rich, 75-year history of the preeminent ballet company.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
1:23:11
Composer Marvin Hamlisch gave the world "A Chorus Line," "The Way We Were," and much more.
I.M. Pei: Building China Modern
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Explore the creative genius of I.M. Pei as he reshapes the future of architecture in China
Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind 'Little Women'
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The first film biography about the celebrated author, Louis May Alcott.
No Direction Home: Bob Dylan
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Explore musician Bob Dylan's evolution from folk troubadour to iconic rock star.
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