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S27·E2 Philip Roth: Unmasked

Episode
Season 27, Episode 2
Air Date
March 29, 2013
Runtime
90 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired March 29, 2013 90 min
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Synopsis

A profile of literary lion Philip Roth. Interviewed at his New York City apartment and Connecticut farmhouse, he reflects on his upbringing in Newark, N.J., writing process and psychoanalysis, as well as the inspiration behind his most famous characters, including Alexander Portnoy, and his historical novels. The documentary also features insights from such friends as Mia Farrow; literary critic Claudia Roth Pierpont (New Yorker); and writers Jonathan Franzen, Nicole Krauss and Nathan Englander.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 27 Episode 2 of American Masters air?

Season 27, Episode 2 ('Philip Roth: Unmasked') originally aired on March 29, 2013.

How long is Season 27 Episode 2 ('Philip Roth: Unmasked')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 90 minutes.

What happens in American Masters Season 27 Episode 2?

A profile of literary lion Philip Roth. Interviewed at his New York City apartment and Connecticut farmhouse, he reflects on his upbringing in Newark, N.J., writing process and psychoanalysis, as well as the inspiration behind his most famous characters, including Alexander Portnoy, and his historic...

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