American Masters
Moynihan
104 Min
Tunde Adebimpe Channels His DIY Roots Into Raw Solo Debut
37 MINMusician Tunde Adebimpe on his creative process behind his solo album debut.
Musician Tunde Adebimpe on his creative process behind his solo album debut.

Gioncarlo Valentine: Exposures
18 MINPhotographer Gioncarlo Valentine documents intimacy as a radical act of self-exploration.
Photographer Gioncarlo Valentine documents intimacy as a radical act of self-exploration.
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Sarah Thankam Mathews: After All This [Extended Audio Description]
18 MINThis version contains extended audio description. Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures
This version contains extended audio description. Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures
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Sarah Thankam Mathews: After All This [ASL]
16 MINThis version contains on-screen ASL interpretation. Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures
This version contains on-screen ASL interpretation. Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures

Sarah Thankam Mathews: After All This
16 MINFollow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures of immigration, justice, and community.
Follow author Sarah Thankam Mathews as pressure mounts to follow up her highly acclaimed debut novel, "All This Could Be Different." Mathews excavates her past in India and Oman, contends with her present as a rising literary star, and imagines new futures of immigration, justice, and community.

Gladys Bentley: Gender-Bending Performer and Musician
12 MINGladys Bentley was a musical sensation and gender identity pioneer.
Gladys Bentley was a musical sensation and gender identity pioneer.
Flawless Sabrina: Queer Icon and Star of 'The Queen'
7 MINShe was an artist, activist, gay mother and mentor to hundreds of queer youth.
She was an artist, activist, gay mother and mentor to hundreds of queer youth.

Jean Malin: Queen of the Pansies
6 MINJean Malin was one of the first openly gay performers in the Prohibition era.
Jean Malin was one of the first openly gay performers in the Prohibition era.

Jose Sarria: Legendary Drag Queen and Queer Activist
6 MINSarria was a legend of the San Francisco drag scene.
Sarria was a legend of the San Francisco drag scene.

John Singleton on having Maya Angelou as a mentor
14 MINJohn Singleton came to Maya Angelou for guidance while working on "Poetic Justice."
John Singleton came to Maya Angelou for guidance while working on "Poetic Justice."
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Protactile: A Language of Touch [Audio Description + ASL]
18 MINDeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.
DeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.

André Leon Talley on Mae West’s impact on fashion and style
15 MINAndré Leon Talley recounts how Mae West used fashion and her sexuality to empower herself.
André Leon Talley recounts how Mae West used fashion and her sexuality to empower herself.
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Protactile: A Language of Touch [Extended Audio Description]
21 MINDeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.
DeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.

Jacques Pépin Makes Shrimp-Stuffed Portobello
7 MINPépin's recipe for stuffed portobello has breadcrumbs, garlic, butter and herbs.
Pépin's recipe for stuffed portobello has breadcrumbs, garlic, butter and herbs.

Protactile: A Language of Touch
18 MINDeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.
DeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.

Jacques Pépin Makes Tuna Tartare
7 MINFor tuna tartare, Pépin recommends dicing the fish with a knife instead of using a food processor, which tends to make the fish mushy. He serves his tartare with onions, scallions and a garnish of bread and cucumbers.
For tuna tartare, Pépin recommends dicing the fish with a knife instead of using a food processor, which tends to make the fish mushy. He serves his tartare with onions, scallions and a garnish of bread and cucumbers.

Jacques Pépin makes easy and delicious crêpes
6 MIN"I always had crêpes as a child, and made them countless times for my daughter and granddaughter. There is nothing easier than making crêpes. I put a piece of butter to melt in a skillet, and by the time that butter is melted I have mixed enough milk, flour,
"I always had crêpes as a child, and made them countless times for my daughter and granddaughter. There is nothing easier than making crêpes. I put a piece of butter to melt in a skillet, and by the time that butter is melted I have mixed enough milk, flour,

Jacques Pépin Makes Sautéed Cod with Mushrooms
6 MINCod is a flaky and affordable fish. Jacques Pépin serves his with a garnish of vegetables including mushrooms, scallions, radishes and olives, but it can be made with any leftover vegetables you may have.
Cod is a flaky and affordable fish. Jacques Pépin serves his with a garnish of vegetables including mushrooms, scallions, radishes and olives, but it can be made with any leftover vegetables you may have.

Jacques Pépin Makes Baked Salmon with Sautéed Endive
4 MINJacques Pépin's method for a simple baked salmon includes a sauce of ketchup, sesame oil, and hot sauce. He serves it with a side of caramelized endive.
Jacques Pépin's method for a simple baked salmon includes a sauce of ketchup, sesame oil, and hot sauce. He serves it with a side of caramelized endive.

Martin Scorsese on the films of John Ford
19 MINOn February 3, 2006, Martin Scorsese spoke with director Sam Pollard about the partnership between John Ford and John Wayne and how their films have impacted his career. Interview conducted for "American Masters — John Ford / John Wayne: The Filmmaker and the Legend" (2006).
On February 3, 2006, Martin Scorsese spoke with director Sam Pollard about the partnership between John Ford and John Wayne and how their films have impacted his career. Interview conducted for "American Masters — John Ford / John Wayne: The Filmmaker and the Legend" (2006).

Jacques Pépin Makes Pork Roast with Ratatouille
5 MINThe slow roasting of this dish makes for a tender and juicy pork. Pépin serves his with ratatouille, or stewed vegetables made up of zucchini, eggplant and tomatoes.
The slow roasting of this dish makes for a tender and juicy pork. Pépin serves his with ratatouille, or stewed vegetables made up of zucchini, eggplant and tomatoes.

Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Fagioli
4 MINPasta fagioli, or "pasta and beans," is a filling dish with pantry friendly ingredients. Pépin's version uses cannellini beans.
Pasta fagioli, or "pasta and beans," is a filling dish with pantry friendly ingredients. Pépin's version uses cannellini beans.

Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Primavera
6 MINThis versatile pasta recipe, adapted from Jacques' friend Ed Giobbi, can be tossed with a salad of any vegetables that are in season. Microwaving the veggies helps this dish come together quickly.
This versatile pasta recipe, adapted from Jacques' friend Ed Giobbi, can be tossed with a salad of any vegetables that are in season. Microwaving the veggies helps this dish come together quickly.

Jacques Pépin Makes Spaghetti with Basil Pesto
8 MINIn the summer, Pépin likes to use fresh basil from his garden to make this pesto recipe. The basil puree can also be made ahead and frozen to enjoy in the colder months.
In the summer, Pépin likes to use fresh basil from his garden to make this pesto recipe. The basil puree can also be made ahead and frozen to enjoy in the colder months.

Jacques Pépin Prepares Blueberries with Lemon and Mint
3 MINAnother take on blueberries, lemon and mint from Jacques Pépin transforms the fruit into a simple and refreshing dessert.
Another take on blueberries, lemon and mint from Jacques Pépin transforms the fruit into a simple and refreshing dessert.

Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio: This Is the Way We Rise
12 MINFilmmaker Ciara Lacy documents Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio, a Kanaka Maoli wahine poet, activist and academic, and her continued work towards justice for Hawaii’s native population.
Filmmaker Ciara Lacy documents Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio, a Kanaka Maoli wahine poet, activist and academic, and her continued work towards justice for Hawaii’s native population.

James Earl Jones on Sidney Poitier and acting
16 MINJames Earl Jones talks Sidney Poitier's impact on himself and other young Black actors.
James Earl Jones talks Sidney Poitier's impact on himself and other young Black actors.

Jacques Pépin Makes Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
3 MINJacques Pépin shows us a simple but tasty Brussels sprouts recipe.
Jacques Pépin shows us a simple but tasty Brussels sprouts recipe.

Jacques Pépin Makes Onion Soup Gratinée
7 MINPépin teaches us how to make onion soup gratinée.
Pépin teaches us how to make onion soup gratinée.
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Kitty O'Neil: The Fastest Woman in the World [Audio Description + ASL]
9 MINDiscover "the fastest woman in the world," deaf racecar driver and daredevil Kitty O'Neil.
Discover "the fastest woman in the world," deaf racecar driver and daredevil Kitty O'Neil.

Joan Jett Blakk: The drag queen who ran for president
6 MINShe ran for president in lipstick, heels and eyeshadow.
She ran for president in lipstick, heels and eyeshadow.

Julian Eltinge: Female Impersonator of the Vaudeville Era
5 MINJulian Eltinge was a female impersonator who was once America's highest paid performer.
Julian Eltinge was a female impersonator who was once America's highest paid performer.

Jacques Pépin makes rice cakes with eggs
3 MINJacques Pépin makes rice cakes using leftover rice with eggs on top.
Jacques Pépin makes rice cakes using leftover rice with eggs on top.

Annie Smith Peck: Record-Breaking Mountaineer
11 MINShe was a record-breaking mountaineer, educator and suffragist.
She was a record-breaking mountaineer, educator and suffragist.

Jacques Pépin Makes Tomato Toasts
7 MINThis recipe for tomato toasts with olives is inspired by Pépin's time in Spain.
This recipe for tomato toasts with olives is inspired by Pépin's time in Spain.

Jacques Pépin Makes Fresh Corn Purée
4 MINPépin shows us how to make one of his favorite dishes for the summer, a fresh corn purée.
Pépin shows us how to make one of his favorite dishes for the summer, a fresh corn purée.

Maia Cruz Palileo: Becoming the Moon
12 MINMaia Cruz Palileo is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of migration.
Maia Cruz Palileo is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of migration.

Filmmaker Jonas Mekas on living in Andy Warhol's New York
22 MINFilmmaker Jonas Mekas describes the burgeoning art scene of New York City in the 1960s.
Filmmaker Jonas Mekas describes the burgeoning art scene of New York City in the 1960s.

Steve Martin on how David Geffen thrived through friendships
15 MINSteve Martin discusses how David Geffen found Hollywood success through his friendships.
Steve Martin discusses how David Geffen found Hollywood success through his friendships.

How Rita Moreno auditioned and rehearsed for West Side Story
21 MINRita Moreno reflects on the 1961 production of "West Side Story."
Rita Moreno reflects on the 1961 production of "West Side Story."

Fran Drescher on being a showrunner for the American sitcom
21 MINFran Drescher talks about how she took inspiration from Lucille Ball for "The Nanny."
Fran Drescher talks about how she took inspiration from Lucille Ball for "The Nanny."

Lady Bunny on the echoes of Mae West in drag culture
12 MINDrag performer and artist Lady Bunny talks about Mae West's influence.
Drag performer and artist Lady Bunny talks about Mae West's influence.

Treat Williams on the acting process with Sidney Lumet
6 MINActor Treat Williams describes working with director Sidney Lumet on “Prince of the City.”
Actor Treat Williams describes working with director Sidney Lumet on “Prince of the City.”

Keeping Video Art Alive With C.T. Lui
8 MINEngineer Chi-Tien Lui has restored most of Nam June Paik's video art over the years.
Engineer Chi-Tien Lui has restored most of Nam June Paik's video art over the years.

Neil Young on David Geffen’s success as a media mogul
15 MINNeil Young speaks about David Geffen’s role as a performer in the art of the deal.
Neil Young speaks about David Geffen’s role as a performer in the art of the deal.

Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology
14 MINOjibwe artist Jonathan Thunder explores the mythic inspirations of his surrealist work.
Ojibwe artist Jonathan Thunder explores the mythic inspirations of his surrealist work.

Sydney G. James: How We See Us
16 MINArtist Sydney G. James’ bold brush strokes address racial injustice in her native Detroit.
Artist Sydney G. James’ bold brush strokes address racial injustice in her native Detroit.

Walshy Fire: Pull Up
10 MINCaribbean-American D.J. Walshy Fire electrifies audiences with dancehall-inspired beats.
Caribbean-American D.J. Walshy Fire electrifies audiences with dancehall-inspired beats.

Senghor Reid: Make Way For Tomorrow
13 MINArtist Senghor Reid draws inspiration from current events and his hometown of Detroit.
Artist Senghor Reid draws inspiration from current events and his hometown of Detroit.

Ethan Lim: Cambodian Futures
17 MINChef Ethan Lim creates vibrant dishes inspired by the rich, complex history of Cambodia.
Chef Ethan Lim creates vibrant dishes inspired by the rich, complex history of Cambodia.

Alejandro Jimenez: The Ground I Stand On
12 MINA lyrical exploration of the life and work of Mexican-American poet Alejandro Jimenez.
A lyrical exploration of the life and work of Mexican-American poet Alejandro Jimenez.

How Billy Crystal learned to imitate Sammy Davis, Jr.
19 MINBilly Crystal speaks on his admiration for and working relationship with Sammy Davis, Jr.
Billy Crystal speaks on his admiration for and working relationship with Sammy Davis, Jr.

Becoming Yamazushi
14 MINA Japanese American rapper discovers how art can champion cultural liberation.
A Japanese American rapper discovers how art can champion cultural liberation.
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HOPPER: An American love story [Extended Audio Description]
68 MINDiscover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
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HOPPER: An American love story [ASL + Audio Description]
53 MINDiscover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.

Searching for Augusta Savage
22 MINDiscover Augusta Savage's legacy as a Harlem Renaissance sculptor and art activist.
Discover Augusta Savage's legacy as a Harlem Renaissance sculptor and art activist.

Lily Gladstone: Far Out There
14 MINNative American actress Lily Gladstone reflects on her origins and acting in Hollywood.
Native American actress Lily Gladstone reflects on her origins and acting in Hollywood.

Louis Gossett, Jr. honors Maya Angelou's storytelling impact
20 MINLou Gossett, Jr. discusses Dr. Maya Angelou’s role as a "matriarch."
Lou Gossett, Jr. discusses Dr. Maya Angelou’s role as a "matriarch."

Jerry Lewis on comedy and his bond with Sammy Davis, Jr.
10 MINJerry Lewis talks about becoming a comedian and his friendship with Sammy Davis, Jr.
Jerry Lewis talks about becoming a comedian and his friendship with Sammy Davis, Jr.
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Moynihan [ASL]
104 MINDiscover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.