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Hollywood Goes To War: How Politics, Profits And Propaganda Shaped World War Ii Movies
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Conflicting Interests And Conflicting Attitudes Toward The War Characterized The Uneasy Relationship Between Washington And Hollywood During World War Ii. There Was Deep Disagreement Within The Filmmaking Community As To The Stance Towards The War That Should Be Taken By One Of America'S Most Lucrative Industries. Hollywood Goes To War Reveals The Powerful Role Played By President Franklin D. Roosevelt'S Office Of War Informationstaffed By Some Of America'S Most Famous Intellectuals Including Elmer Davis, Robert Sherwood, And Archibald Macleishin Shaping The Films That Were Released During The War Years. Ironically, It Was The Film Industry'S Own Selfcensorship System, The Hays Office And The Production Code Administration, That Paved The Way For Government Censors To Cut And Shape Movies To Portray An Idealized Image Of A Harmonious American Society United In The Fight Against A Common Enemy. Clayton R. Koppes And Gregory D. Black Reconstruct The Power Struggles Between The Legendary Producers, Writers, Directors, Stars And Politicians All Seeking To Project Their Own Visions Onto The Silver Screen And Thus To Affect Public Perceptions And Opinion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Hollywood Goes to War'? A: 'Hollywood Goes to War' explores the complex relationship between Washington and Hollywood during World War II, highlighting how politics, profits, and propaganda influenced the filmmaking process.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Clayton R. Koppes and Gregory D. Black, both of whom analyze the impact of World War II on Hollywood films.
- Q: What kind of insights does this book provide about World War II movies? A: The book reveals the internal conflicts within the film industry regarding its portrayal of the war and the influence of government entities like the Office of War Information on film content.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: 'Hollywood Goes to War' is well-researched and provides valuable insights, making it suitable for academic studies in film, history, and political science.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Hollywood Goes to War' was published on August 16, 1990.
- Q: How many pages does 'Hollywood Goes to War' have? A: The book contains 384 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Hollywood Goes to War' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'Hollywood Goes to War'.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book regarding Hollywood's portrayal of the war? A: The book examines themes of self-censorship, the influence of government censorship, and the struggle between various stakeholders in Hollywood to shape public perception of the war.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would benefit from reading this book? A: The book is ideal for film enthusiasts, historians, students, and anyone interested in the intersection of media and politics during a pivotal historical period.