“Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames” on PBS’ “American Masters” is a tribute to the life and talent of one man whose influence in the entertainment industry is unsurpassed. The intro is typical Edwards with cartoon nods to some of his most famous films and characters. From there, the film gets even more interesting and enjoyable as his wife, Julie Andrews, as well as several others in the industry discuss his work and his legacy.

Edwards and Andrews had a Hollywood “meet cute” when their cars stopped next to each other on the street, they introduced themselves and Edwards asked her if she was going to where he just came from. And that would be their therapists. Yes, she was on her way there. Days later, they began what would be a great love story, even though he eventually proposed over the phone!

Jennifer Edwards, Blake’s daughter, stated that Laurel and Hardy were his muses for his comedy slap-stick scenes. Blake was known for his comedies including “The Pink Panther” films, “The Great Race,” “Victoria/Victoria” and more, but his career spanned many genres, with the drama “Days of Wine and Roses” as well as the spy thriller “The Tamarind Seed” ranking among his notable films.

Speaking of “Days of Wine and Roses,” a story about alcoholics: After filming, Blake and his star, Jack Lemmon, were out drinking and he said from that moment on he stopped smoking and drinking. Apparently, the tragedies in the film affected him on a personal level.

Bo Derek’s first introduction to the entertainment industry was via Edwards, who cast her in “10.” She spoke recently to some selected media about her experience with the director. “He spoiled me for the industry for the rest of my career,” she stated. “I though that’s what filmmaking was like. You had a strong filmmaker who was relaxed and confident. I think that’s what impressed me the most, his confidence.”

Actress Lesley Ann Warren co-starred in “Victor/Victoria” and echoed Derek’s statement. “He made me feel so comfortable,” she said. Working with Edwards was a great experience for all the actors and crew. His reputation of being easy to deal with was a bonus in the industry.

Derek stated, “I think the atmosphere … comes from his confidence. You really have a very strong captain at the helm and the atmosphere of the set and the people — most of the people on the set he’s worked with for 30 years and they’re very close friends. He was very loyal to his friends — from the stuntmen (to) everybody. And there was just a calm kind of quiet. Everyone did their job. It was pleasant. And there was always this respect for Blake. Whenever he walked on the set, it wasn’t fear. It was just honest respect.”

Edwards and Andrews worked together on many films, and she was offered the part in “The Great Race” but had to turn it down due to her schedule filming “The Sound of Music.” They did, however, make some of the industry’s notable films together and worked seamlessly. His love for her was evident in how she was shown on screen. He also insisted she make “Darling Lili” to change her image from the squeaky clean Mary Poppins/Maria Von Trapp so she could broaden her roles. That worked well for both of them.

Lemmon and Peter Sellers were two of the actors with whom Edwards preferred to work. He also had a long collaboration with Henry Mancini, who scored most of his films.

The Hollywood super couple were married for 43 years; however, they left the confines of Southern California and moved their residence to Switzerland after his film “Wild Rovers” was basically cut to pieces by the studio boss. Infuriated, Edwards and Andrews took their family overseas. There their three children (two from Edwards’ first marriage and one from Andrews’ first marriage) were joined by two adopted Vietnamese girls, making theirs a family of seven.

Andrews describes how Edwards’ love of art helped him through his final years. His sculpture titled “Sitting Duck” is now the icon of his life.

“That’s Life,” a kind of autobiographical story, was filmed in their Malibu house with their closest friends and family included in the film: Andrews, Jack Lemmon, Chris Lemmon and the Edwards’ kids taking roles in this story that at time was improvised so the actors could actually relate what they were feeling.

This film unpacks the life and career of Edwards in an entertaining and educational way for viewers to fully understand the man and his enormous filmography.

“Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames” premieres Aug. 27 on PBS’ “American Masters.”