Hollywood Speaks Out

Hollywood Speaks Out PDF Author: Robert L. Hilliard
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 140517899X
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 292

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Book Description
Hollywood Speaks Out explores that rare Hollywood feature that dared to tackle red-hot, social issues whilst American society was gripped by the convulsion and controversy they generated. Explores why Hollywood has always been risk-adverse, and how most feature flms deal with controversial issues long after the controversy is past Organized around such important issues as poverty, racism, sexism, war, anti-Semitism, and homophobia Discusses the relevance and the impact of feature films from Modern Times to WALL-E