American Cinema
Series Overview
13 episode series created by PBS to commemorate 100 years of movie-going. The history of Hollywood and filmmaking comes alive in this spectacular celebration of movie magic. It's a mesmerizing, epic analysis that combines rare archival film, key scenes from immortal movies, interviews with leading filmmakers and commentary from noted film scholars and critics. As seen on PBS, this series is the definitive chronicle of the American cinema, from its beginning to today. Includes interviews with Robert Altman, Clint Eastwood, Harrison Ford, Spike Lee, George Lucas, Sidney Lumet, Julia Roberts, Martin Scorsese, Gene Siskel, Steven Spielberg, Oliver Stone, Quentin Tarantino, and many more.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 13 Episodes
55 min per episode
1994 – 1996
Premiered: Sat, Jan 1, 1994
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 13: “Classical Hollywood Today”
"Classical Hollywood Today" offers interviews with contemporary directors, European filmmakers, scholars, and critics, as well as studio-era veterans who probe Hollywood's influence on both American and world culture.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Wagner
Shana Swanson, Sasha Alpert, Lilibet Foster, Danielle Gardner, Brian Street
Department Leadership Roster
Shana Swanson
Producer
Sasha Alpert
Producer
Lilibet Foster
Producer
Danielle Gardner
Producer
Brian Street
Producer
Thomas Wagner
Original Music Composer
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What is American Cinema about?
13 episode series created by PBS to commemorate 100 years of movie-going. The history of Hollywood and filmmaking comes alive in this spectacular celebration of movie magic. It's a mesmerizing, epic analysis that combines rare archival film, key scenes from immortal movies, interviews with leading filmmakers and commentary from noted film scholars and critics. As seen on PBS, this series is the definitive chronicle of the American cinema, from its beginning to today. Includes interviews with Robert Altman, Clint Eastwood, Harrison Ford, Spike Lee, George Lucas, Sidney Lumet, Julia Roberts, Martin Scorsese, Gene Siskel, Steven Spielberg, Oliver Stone, Quentin Tarantino, and many more.
How many seasons does American Cinema have?
American Cinema comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in American Cinema?
Key cast members in American Cinema include John Lithgow.
Who created or directed American Cinema?
American Cinema was developed and directed by Not specified.