Marvin Hamlisch
KNOWN FOR
A Chorus Line, "The Way We Were," and earning four Grammys, four Emmys, three Oscars, three Golden Globes, a Tony Award and a Pulitzer Prize
AMERICAN MASTERS FILM
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love (Dec 2013)Directed by Dori Berinstein
Written Features
Video Features
Trailer: Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
The awards the composer and conductor won in his career are matched by admiration for him.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Marvin Hamlisch: Sweet Smell of Success
Hear music from the Broadway show "Sweet Smell of Success" and see the marked score.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Leaving Hollywood for Broadway
Marvin Hamlisch had won three Academy Awards but wanted to work on Broadway shows.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Writing "The Way We Were"
Hamlisch reveals what inspired the opening notes to "The Way We Were."
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Marvin's Parents
A look at composer Marvin Hamlisch's parents, Max and Lilly Hamlisch.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Concert Pianist vs. Pop Composer
Marvin Hamlisch seemed destined to become a classical pianist, but he had other ideas.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Marvin Hamlisch, The Performer
The composer Marvin Hamlisch was an entertaining performer with a great sense of humor.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Pianist Kevin Cole Performs Marvin Medley
Cole performs melody of Hamlisch songs in tribute to the great composer.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Marvin Hamlisch, a Mensch
The great composer offered his concern, time and problem-solving skills to all.
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
Marvin Hamlisch: Genius at Work
Luminaries of music and entertainment speak to the genius of Marvin Hamlisch.
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