Entertainers
American Masters has profiled some of the country's greatest actors, comedians, producers, and filmmakers.
Dive into the life and career of groundbreaking entertainer Mae West.
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Mae West: Dirty Blonde
Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me
The first major film documentary of the life and art of entertainer Sammy Davis Jr.
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Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me
Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story
This film explores how Lamarr’s true legacy is that of a technological trailblazer.
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Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story
Richard Linklater: Dream is Destiny
Learn about Richard Linklater, the filmmaker behind Dazed and Confused, Boyhood, and more.
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Richard Linklater: Dream is Destiny
Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You
The first documentary about the legend behind much of the bold television of the '70s.
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Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You
Gladys Bentley: Drag King of the Harlem Renaissance
Gladys Bentley was a musician and drag king who was a part of the Harlem Renaissance.