Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist


60m 1987

Brief Synopsis

A special which documents the aftermath of the blacklist in the movie industry, which started in October 1947, when the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) began its investigation into alleged Communist activities in Hollywood. The program examines the longterm effects of the hearings by

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1987

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

A special which documents the aftermath of the blacklist in the movie industry, which started in October 1947, when the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) began its investigation into alleged Communist activities in Hollywood. The program examines the longterm effects of the hearings by spotlighting five women -- wives of Hollywood figures involved in the HUAC hearings.

Film Details

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1987

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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