![]() You learn a lot about the man and I can really respect the job the "American Masters" folks did with this one. However, if you hate biographies that gloss over problems and only paint a rosy picture (a very common problem), then this is for you. If you want to feel happy, don't watch this. It's an odd contradiction-with such a public figure having such an incredibly private life-and often, he was alone. And, while there was lots of praise for him as a performer, it was sad that no one interviewed for the show ever felt close to him. He also struggled with alcoholism (or at least a serious drinking problem) and his very public divorces. ![]() In turn, he had a horrible time connecting with his own children-and seemed to be very distant. He had a difficult mother-one who had a very hard time praising Johnny or connecting with him. Because of this, instead of focusing on his triumphs (and this made up most of the show), I kept getting bogged down with his failings. ![]() So, while you learn about all of Johnny Carson's many on-screen successes and accolades, you also hear about what an absolutely screwed up guy he was as well. This is because with a 'warts and all' biography, you get more than just effusive praise-you get the good AND the bad. In fact, it was EXCEPTIONALLY well made and because of this it depressed me. This episode of "American Masters" was well made-I have no complaints about this in any way. ![]()
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