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Reimagining Gertrude Stein

Jill Godmilow's American Playhouse film explores the relationship between the avant-garde writer and her partner Alice Toklas. While much of the plot is invented, Godmilow was careful to stay true to the women's lives.

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Other segments from the episode on June 12, 1987

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, June 12, 1987: Interview with William Hoffman and Larry Kramer; Interview with Michael Cooney; Interview with Jill Godmilow; Review of the play "Talk Radio."

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