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Documentarians Jon Alpert and Maryann De Leo.
Journalists Jon Alpert and Maryann De Leo. The two have filmed wars, crimes in progress, and homeless families living in garbage dumps. Their latest documentary, "Rape: Cries from the Heartland," will be shown on PBS.
Film Director Tim Burton Discusses His Fairytale Film.
Film Director Tim Burton. His latest film is "Edward Scissorhands." Burton also directed one of the most popular films of all time "Batman," along with "Pee Wee's Big Adventure" and "Beetlejuice." (Rebroadcast. Original date 12/19/90).
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