Season 12 (1997)
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Episodes 6
1
The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg
September 17, 1997
• 1h 30m
The poetry of the noted "beat generation" poet and the post World War II lifestyle and values reflected within his works.
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2
Vaudeville
November 26, 1997
• 1h 30m
The origins and growth of a unique form of live entertainment in the 20th century.
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3
Billy Wilder: the Human Comedy
February 4, 1998
• 1h 30m
A profile of writer-director Billy Wilder.
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4
Lou Reed: Rock and Roll Heart
April 29, 1998
• 1h 30m
Profile of one of the major leaders of new directions in rock music.
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5
Don Hewitt: 90 Minutes on 60 Minutes
May 1, 1998
• 1h 30m
The work of Don Hewitt in the CBS news department and the story of the long-running new magazine 60 Minutes.
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Alexander Calder
Season Finale
June 17, 1998
• 1h 30m
A biography of the acclaimed sculptor known for his mobiles and large public art pieces.
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