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The American Short Story

Six-episode series of filmed adaptations of fiction by nine American authors, from Ambrose Bierce to John Updike. The stories deal with recurring themes in life. Produced by Learning in Focus.

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StatusReturning Series
Original NameThe American Short Story
First Air DateApril 5, 1977
Last Air DateApril 5, 1977
Seasons1
Episodes1
Episode Runtime 0min
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesUnited States of America
Production CompaniesLearning in Focus
NetworksPBS
S01E01

Bernice Bobs Her Hair

A buck-toothed wallflower is taught how to entice young men, only to realize how false and cruel the world really is. Her revenge is bittersweet.

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