Dick Cavett Movies

Pauline Kael (1919–2001) was undoubtedly one of the greatest names in film criticism. A Californian native, she wrote her first review in 1953...

A "mockumentary" about Elvis's real-life trip to the White House to become a federal marshal under the DEA

In the late 1990s, iconic photographer Bruce Weber barely managed to convince legendary actor Robert Mitchum (1917-97) to let himself be filmed...

PBS documentary examining the work of Jack Paar.

A contrarian and wickedly funny man, this PBS American Masters special explores Gore Vidal's extraordinary life and work, joining him at his...

Examines the public scandal and private tragedy which led to legendary director Roman Polanski's sudden flight from the United States.

This film attempts to correct the record when it comes to the left's attacks on President Bush, 9/11 and the war in Iraq and Kerry's 20-year tenure...

A portrait of the brilliant American writer Truman Capote (1924-84) and the New York high society of his time.

A student-teacher relationship goes way beyond the classroom, including pre-historic times.

"Alan Pakula: Going for Truth" encompasses the personal and professional life of Alan J. Pakula, a lauded filmmaker and extremely private man, who...

This intimate and loving portrait of the legendary arbiter of fashion, art and culture illustrates the many stages of Vreeland's remarkable life....

A candid and revealing insight into the private life and public career of Richard Harris. One of the most remarkable actors of his generation, the...

A celebrity benefit for The Actors' Fund of America, featuring music, songs, dance and comedy.

From 1972 to 1974, the Watergate scandal was frequently a part of “The Dick Cavett Show.” In fact, Cavett was at the forefront of...

The iconic Mister Kelly’s bedazzled the country by launching superstars like Barbra Streisand, Richard Pryor, Bette Midler, and Steve Martin....

Godard by Godard is an archival self-portrait of Jean-Luc Godard. It retraces the unique and unheard-of path, made up of sudden detours and dramatic...

The incredible story behind the 1969 moon landings and the Nazi rocket scientists who made it possible.

A charming, suicidal druggie must obey his rehab-clinic's demand to lead a seniors men's group or face incarceration and lose the love of his...

A benefit concert for the Special Olympics and an opportunity to promote Streisand's upcoming film (Funny Lady), this special was a combination of...

Combining unprecedented access to Davis' vast personal archives with original interviews, this documentary reveals a startling portrait of one of...