Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance - Preview
Uncover the story of the first quintessentially American dance company, the Joffrey Ballet. 12/28/2012
Trailer: Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance
JOFFREY: MAVERICKS OF AMERICAN DANCE tells the story of the first quintessentially American dance company, the Joffrey Ballet. The film traces the company’s struggles and triumphs: from its humble beginnings in 1956, touring the United States in a borrowed station wagon, to becoming one of the world’s most exciting and prominent ballet companies.
Inventing David Geffen: Free Man In Paris
There are many ways you could interpret Joni Mitchell's "Free Man In Paris." Robbie Robertson of The Band gives his take on the meaning.
Inventing David Geffen: Focus Focus Focus
Like the title of the film says, David Geffen didn't just happen--he was his own invention. And, that took focus, focus, focus... Hear his friends and colleagues -- Tom Hanks, Jon Landau, and Tim Burton, among them -- talk about just what kind of focus Geffen has.
Inventing David Geffen: The Draft
Inventing David Geffen, premiers nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, on PBS.
Inventing David Geffen: David Geffen Doesn't Pay Shipping
How many stories start out, a guy walks into a Tiffany lamp store? Jon Landeau, manager and producer for Bruce Springsteen, remembers how David Geffen -- in business and in all things -- always gets the deal he wants. Even when returning a Tiffany lamp.
Inventing David Geffen: David Geffen In Three Words
How would you describe David Geffen? You have three words to do it.
Inventing David Geffen: 'I'm in love with Cher!'
David Geffen and Cher both recall meeting in 1973 at Geffen’s table at The Roxy on Sunset Blvd., as well as the unexpected romantic relationship that ensued.
Trailer: Inventing David Geffen
David Geffen’s far-reaching influence — as agent, manager, record industry mogul, Hollywood and Broadway producer, and philanthropist — has helped shape American popular culture for the past four decades. Notoriously press and camera-shy, Geffen reveals himself for the first time in the new two-hour documentary. Inventing David Geffen, premiers nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, on PBS.
Inventing David Geffen: Sunset Blvd.
American Masters: Inventing David Geffen, premiers nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 on PBS (check local listings). It’s an unflinching portrait of Geffen, who narrates his unorthodox rise from working class Brooklyn boy to billionaire entertainment power broker in extensive interviews.
Inventing David Geffen: Always About the Song
American Masters: Inventing David Geffen, premiers nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 on PBS (check local listings). It’s an unflinching portrait of Geffen, who narrates his unorthodox rise from working class Brooklyn boy to billionaire entertainment power broker in extensive interviews.
The influence Marilyn Monroe had on many generations
Sam Shaw's name isn't well known, but his photographs of Marilyn Monroe are. Here, Shaw's children reminisce about growing up around Monroe. Shaw was also the brainchild of the famous white halter dress shot from 'The Seven Year Itch.'
The many images of Marilyn Monroe's "Ballerina" session
A silent short of Marilyn Monroe's 'Ballerina' outtakes. (Photos by Milton Greene.)
The silent process of developing a photo of Marilyn Monroe
A silent short, developing a Marilyn Monroe photograph. (Photo by Roy Schatt.)
Marilyn Monroe's relationship with Arthur Miller
Marilyn Monroe's relationship with playwright Arthur Miller in photos. (All photos by Sam Shaw.) Voices: Norman Mailer, Shaw family.
Marilyn Monroe's identity according to Norman Mailer
Norman Mailer, author of 'Marilyn: A Biography,' reads an excerpt on identity. (Photos by Roy Schatt.)
Marilyn Monroe's nude photograph by Leif-Erik Nygards
Leif-Erik Nygards' one photograph of Marilyn Monroe. Nygards was an assistant to photographer Bert Stern. Following a shoot, Nygards asked for the privilege to take just one picture: he got more than he asked for.
Why Marilyn Monroe was "made for a camera"
Marilyn Monroe still surrounds us: store windows, building sides, restaurants, art. Voices: Bob Henriquez (photographer), Patty Bosworth (writer), Gloria Steinem (writer/activist), Leon Constantiner (collector) Amy Greene (first wife of photographer Milton Greene).
The “Black Sitting” session with Marilyn Monroe
How Milton Greene photographed Marilyn Monroe (voiced by Greene's first wife, Amy Greene). Greene was one of many photographers in and out of Monroe's life. But, they were closer than most. Monroe even lived with his family for a short time. More than anything, Greene shot her in such a prolific way. The 'Black Sitting' is just one of their many sessions.
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