KQED Popular Movie

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Jesus Christ Superstar first exploded onto the West End stage in 1971 and it was clear that the musical world...

genus: Drama

cast: Glenn Carter

In 1846, Anthony Hope sails into London with the mysterious Sweeney Todd, a once-naive barber whose life and marriage was uprooted by a corrupt...

genus: Crime

cast: Patti LuPone

The story of a romantic triangle between two top players, an American and a Russian, in a world chess championship, and a woman who manages one and...

genus: Music

cast: Josh Groban

A pair of divorced actors are brought together to participate in a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew. Of course, the couple seem to act a...

genus: Music

cast: Brent Barrett

This documentary traces the deep-rooted stereotypes which have fueled anti-black prejudice.

genus: Documentary

cast: Esther Rolle

Cyrano de Begerac helps an army officer woo Roxanne, the woman he loves.

genus: Drama

cast: Peter Donat

It's the first day of Summer Vacation and The Cat in the Hat whisks Nick, Sally and Fish off on the greatest great outdoor camping adventure ever!

genus: Animation

cast: Martin Short

The Cat in the Hat, Sally, Nick and Fish help a baby reindeer find its way home in time for Christmas.

genus: Fantasy

cast: Martin Short

A backstage documentary film including footage from the legendary 1985 concert performance of Stephen Sondheim's classic musical at Lincoln Center's...

genus: Documentary

cast: Andre Gregory

In Defense of Food tackles a question more and more people around the world have been asking: What should I eat to be healthy? Based on award-winning...

genus: Documentary

cast: Michael Pollan

A profile of composing team John Kander and Fred Ebb, who have written many Broadway musicals. Highlights include interviews with Lauren Bacall, Joel...

genus: Documentary

cast: John Kander

In this episode of PBS' Great Performances, the history and legacy of puppeteer Jim Henson is explored, from his six-second commercial beginnings to...

genus: Documentary

cast: Jim Henson

A loving tribute to Astaire the singer, hosted by Audrey Hepburn.

genus: Documentary

cast: Audrey Hepburn

This very special program-hosted by Judy's daughter, Lorna Luft-is a loving tribute to the life and timeless popularity of superstar Judy Garland,...

genus: Music

cast: Judy Garland

A documentary on the music of Miles Davis which contains concert footage from the 1986 New Orleans Jazz Festival and interviews with Miles Davis,...

genus: Music

cast: Bill Cosby

The Cat in the Hat joins Nick and Sally who are exploring the backyard when something extraordinary finds them-a flying robotic dog. The robot lands...

genus: Animation

cast: Martin Short

Between 1959 and 1975, Stax Records in Memphis, Tennessee released international chart-topping hits from artists including Otis Redding, Sam & Dave,...

genus: Music

cast: Samuel L. Jackson

genus: Documentary

cast: Stephen Sondheim

Explore the controversial life and legacy of the three-time Pulitzer Prize-winner Carl Sandburg through archival footage and interviews with Pete...

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cast: Matthew Allis

This absorbing 1976 production of dramatist Sidney Kingsley's historical play centers on the formative days of the United States and the disputes...

genus: Drama

cast: Ritch Brinkley