CBS News forever changed the face of broadcast journalism with the premiere of 60 MINUTES, and the man behind it was creator Don Hewitt.
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Don Hewitt: IN MEMORIAM 1922-2009
Les Paul: Chasing Sound (IN MEMORIAM 1915-2009)
In 1941 a 26-year-old Les Paul fashioned a solid body guitar he dubbed "The Log." It was the foundation of what is still the gold-standard of electric guitars.
Dalton Trumbo: Introduction to TRUMBO
TRUMBO is adapted from his son Christopher’s 2003 play and based on the letters Dalton Trumbo wrote during the 'Red Scare' in mid-20th century.
Hollywood Chinese: Introduction
From the sexed-up Suzie Wong to the kung fu fighting Bruce Lee, American Masters tackles issues of race and representation in "Hollywood Chinese."
The Brothers Warner: About the Film
Narrated by Harry Warner's granddaughter Cass, "The Brothers Warner" is a portrait of the film pioneers who founded and ran the WB studio for over 50 years.
Warner Bros: You Must Remember This
In April 1923, four brothers from Youngstown, Ohio officially incorporated their new motion picture company, which would grow into the media empire Warner Bros.
Carol Burnett: A Woman of Character
In this interview, Carol Burnett provides her own take on an award-winning career that began in New York City in the 1950s.
Edward R. Murrow: This Reporter
From the opening days of World War II through his death in 1965, Edward R. Murrow had an unparalleled influence on broadcast journalism.
Waldo Salt: About Waldo Salt
Nineteen thirty-eight was a fateful year for Waldo Salt. It was the year the young screenwriter saw his first screenplay, "THE SHOPWARN ANGEL," produced by Joe Mankiewicz, with a cast featuring James Stewart, Margaret Sullivan, and Walter Pidgeon.





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