Mae West: Dirty Blonde
Season 34
Episode 2
About the Episode
Dive into the life and career of groundbreaking writer, performer and subversive star Mae West. Over a career spanning eight decades, she broke boundaries and possessed creative and economic powers unheard of for a female entertainer in the 1930s.
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Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames [ASL]
Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.1:23:35 -
Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined
Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.1:57 -
How Paul Feig discovered directing by watching “The Pink Panther”
Paul Feig discovered directing by watching “The Pink Panther.”1:16 -
When Blake Edwards gave filmmaker Rob Marshall his iconic viewfinder
Rob Marshall recounts the touching moment when Blake Edwards gifted him his viewfinder.1:52 -
Blake Edwards’ children reflect on their father
Jennifer and Geoffrey Edwards reminisce on their father.1:14 -
When Blake Edwards cast Bo Derek in “10”
Blake Edwards cast Bo Derek as the “perfect woman” in his film “10.”0:49 -
Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames
Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.2:14 -
Celestine Tate Harrington: Building a Legacy
The story of a disabled street musician who fought for parental rights.13:03 -
Judy-Lynn del Rey: The Galaxy Gal
Explore the story of a woman with dwarfism who revolutionized the world of science fiction writing.12:36 -
Brad Lomax: Creating Communities of Care
Explore Brad Lomax’s under-reported contributions to the early disability justice movement.10:19
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