June 1, 1987

The End of "Our World"

TV critic David Bianculli says that the documentary show, which shared a time slot with The Cosby Show, didn't deserve to be canceled -- despite its low ratings.

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David Bianculli

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, June 1, 1987: Interview with James Lardner; Review of Steve Kuhn's album "Mostly Ballads "; Interview with Tim Hunter; Review of the television show "Our World."

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June 1, 1987

27:49

New Technology Forces Hollywood to "Fast Forward"

James Lardner's new book examines how videocassette recorders have changed the motion picture industry and viewers' movie and television watching habits. The author also considers how nearly all VHS players are manufactured in Japan, though the technology was developed in the U.S.

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James Lardner

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June 1, 1987

06:15

A Veteran Pianist Blossoms

Jazz critic Francis Davis says that Steve Kuhn, who as a young man performed with John Coltrane's band, is only now finding his voice. Kuhn's new album is called Mostly Ballads.

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Francis Davis

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June 1, 1987

09:47

Walking Along the "River's Edge"

Director Tim Hunter's new movie is about a teenage murderer and the impact his actions have on his friends. The movie stars Dennis Hopper, Keanu Reeves, and Crispin Glover.

Interview

Tim Hunter

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New Technology Forces Hollywood to "Fast Forward"

A Veteran Pianist Blossoms

Walking Along the "River's Edge"

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