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American Playhouse Season 9 Episodes

4 Episodes 1990 - 1990

Episode 1

Sensibility and Sense

Wed, Jan 24, 1990137 mins

Two women and a man start out their adult life with all good intentions to change the world and keep their love alive and vital, but as time shows them (and us) it's not that easy.

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Episode 2

Women & Wallace

Wed, Jan 31, 199080 mins

After his mother kills herself, Wallace Kirkman struggles in his relationships with the women in his life.

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Episode 3

Zora Is My Name!

Wed, Feb 14, 199090 mins

A celebration of the life of Zora Neale Hurston, who was born at the turn of the 20th Century and grew to be an important voice with her written portrayals of Black American life in the rural south of the 1930's and 40's, and the stories, songs and folklore that were her heritage and inspiration.

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Episode 4

Andre's Mother

Wed, Mar 7, 199060 mins

Cal is a young writer living in New York when he meets and falls in love with Andre, an aspiring actor. Andre's mother visits from Texas, and has a hard time dealing with her son's relationship and lifestyle, despite Cal's efforts to become her friend. Andre's irascible grandmother is more accepting, but her daughter is intransigent in her disapproval. A call from Cal to Andre's mother in the middle of the night is her first indication that her son was dealing with AIDS - and was against letting her know.

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