American Masters
Season 28 Episode 2 - Salinger
7.4 ?
1986
Documentary
Featuring never-before-seen photographs, personal stories and moments from J.D. Salinger’s (1919 -2010) life and harrowing service in World War II, Salerno’s new director’s cut expands his intimate portrait of the enigmatic author of The Catcher in the Rye. Included are his relationship with Oona O'Neill, WWII experiences, and involvement with younger women - including writer Joyce Maynard. The documentary features archival footage and photos; and remarks from friends, colleagues and such admirers as John Cusack and Philip Seymour Hoffman.
Episodes in Season 28
1
Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did for Love
90 min
2
Salinger
90 min
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3
Alice Walker: Beauty in Truth
90 min
4
A Fierce Green Fire
90 min
5
Plimpton! Starring George Plimpton as Himself
90 min
6
Tanaquil Le Clercq: Afternoon of a Faun
90 min
7
Dorothea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning
90 min
8
Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work
90 min
9
The Boomer List
90 min
10
Bing Crosby Rediscovered
90 min
