This sequence of clips from Hollywood's "Golden Age" (1929-1945)
illustrates the complex relationship of feature films to events in
American history, including the Great Depression, World War II and the
beginning of the Cold War. With this selection of clips, Professor Rick
Jewell highlights both expected and unexpected instances of Hollywood
films reflecting upon - but also contributing to - historical events and
their experience by movie audiences. Jewell is a leading authority on
American film history and a Professor in the School of Cinematic Arts at
USC.
Golden Age Hollywood and American History
by Rick Jewell Launch projectThis sequence of clips from Hollywood's "Golden Age" (1929-1945) illustrates the complex relationship of feature films to events in American history, including the Great Depression, World War II and the beginning of the Cold War. With this selection of clips, Professor Rick Jewell highlights both expected and unexpected instances of Hollywood films reflecting upon - but also contributing to - historical events and their experience by movie audiences. Jewell is a leading authority on American film history and a Professor in the School of Cinematic Arts at USC.