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American Masters

Sydney G. James: How We See Us

15m 33s

Filmmaker Juanita Anderson follows visual artist Sydney G. James, whose bold brush strokes in murals and large-scale paintings amplify the presence of Black women, Black families and Black culture in her hometown of Detroit. Through her work as a mentor and as co-founder of the BLKOUT Walls Mural Festival, James inspires her fellow Detroiters to come together to celebrate their community.

Aired: 03/20/23
Support for American Masters is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, AARP, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Rosalind P. Walter Foundation, Cheryl and Philip Milstein Family, Judith & Burton Resnick, Seton J. Melvin, The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation, The Ambrose Monell Foundation, Lillian Goldman Programming Endowment, Vital Projects Fund, The Philip and Janice Levin Foundation, Ellen and James S. Marcus, The André and Elizabeth Kertész Foundation, Koo and Patricia Yuen and public television viewers.
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American Masters
The king and queen of rock 'n' roll—and Sunset Boulevard
By 1985, Little Richard had abandoned rock 'n' roll and was living in a hotel in L.A.
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The origins of "Tutti Frutti"
Little Richard first originated the famous refrain in "Tutti Frutti" at the Dew Drop Inn.
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Little Richard preaches the gospel
Little Richard had a fervid relationship with religion.
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American Masters
Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll
Experience the meteoric rise and enduring legacy of Little Richard.
Preview: S37 E5 | 0:28
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American Masters
Global Groove (1973) | Nam June Paik full video art
"Global Groove" is a smorgasbord of experimental visual expressions.
Special: 28:41
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Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV
See the world through the eyes of Nam June Paik, the father of video art.
Preview: S37 E4 | 2:32
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Nam June Paik's communication problem
Nam June Paik describes how everyday is a communication problem for him.
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Nam June Paik's early art
In Zen for Head (1962), Nam June Paik used his body as an instrument in the performance.
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Ethan Lim: Cambodian Futures
Chef Ethan Lim creates vibrant dishes inspired by the rich, complex history of Cambodia.
Special: 16:34
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American Masters
Senghor Reid: Make Way For Tomorrow
Artist Senghor Reid draws inspiration from current events and his hometown of Detroit.
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American Masters
Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll
Experience the meteoric rise and enduring legacy of Little Richard.
Episode: S37 E5 | 1:29:31
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American Masters
Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV
See the world through the eyes of Nam June Paik, the father of video art.
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In The Making
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Roberta Flack
Discover music icon Roberta Flack’s rise to stardom and triumphs over racism and sexism.
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Joe Papp in Five Acts
Papp, founder of Free Shakespeare in the Park, believed great art is for all.
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Waterman – Duke: Ambassador of Aloha
Jason Momoa narrates the story of five-time Olympic medalist and surfer Duke Kahanamoku.
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Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
Explore the life of the famous singer who became an icon for the civil rights movement.
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Ailey
The story of a visionary artist who found salvation through dance.
Episode: S36 E1 | 1:23:21
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Becoming Helen Keller (Extended Audio Description Version)
Revisit the remarkable career and life of an icon who became a human rights pioneer.
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