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Hollywood and the Movies of the Fifties: The Collapse of the Studio System, the Thrill of Cinerama, and the Invasion of the Ultimate Body Snatcher--Television

Name: Hollywood and the Movies of the Fifties: The Collapse of the Studio System, the Thrill of Cinerama, and the Invasion of the Ultimate Body Snatcher--Television
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Book Synopsis: A fascinating look at Hollywood’s most turbulent decade and the demise of the studio system—set against the boom of the post–World War II years, the Cold War, and the atomic age—and the movies that reflected the seismic shifts Hollywood in the 1950s was a period when the film industry both set conventions and broke norms and traditions—from Cinerama, CinemaScope, and VistaVision to the epic film and lavish musical. It was a decade that saw the rise of the anti-hero; the smoldering, the hidden, and the unspoken; teenagers gone wild in the streets; the sacred and the profane; the revolution of the Method; the socially conscious; the implosion of the studios; the end of the production code; and the invasion of the ultimate body snatcher: the “small screen” television. Here is Eisenhower’s America—seemingly complacent, conformity-ridden revealed in Vincente Minnelli’s Father of the Bride, Walt Disney’s Cinderella, and Brigadoon, among others. And here is its darkening, resonant landscape, beset by conflict, discontent, and anxiety (The Man Who Knew Too Much, The Asphalt Jungle, A Place in the Sun, Touch of Evil, It Came From Outer Space) . . . an America on the verge of cultural, political, and sexual revolt, busting up and breaking out (East of Eden, From Here to Eternity, On the Waterfront, Sweet Smell of Success, The Wild One, A Streetcar Named Desire, and Jailhouse Rock). An important, riveting look at our nation at its peak as a world power and at the political, cultural, sexual upheavals it endured, reflected and explored in the quintessential American art form.

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Step into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's most iconic decade with "Hollywood and the Movies of the Fifties." Dive into a world where the film industry was a cauldron of innovation, rebellion, and creativity, shaping the cultural landscape of America. Experience the thrill of Cinerama, the allure of CinemaScope, and the spectacle of VistaVision as you journey through the era of epic films and lavish musicals. This book is a captivating ode to a transformative period in cinema history.

Transport yourself to Eisenhower's America, where the studios reigned supreme and the silver screen dazzled audiences with tales of love, heroism, and fantasy. Explore the cinematic masterpieces that captured the essence of a nation on the brink of change, from the enchanting "Cinderella" to the riveting "Touch of Evil." Immerse yourself in the immediacy of the big screen and witness the birth of the anti-hero, the surge of social consciousness, and the dawn of a new era in filmmaking.

Uncover the dark underbelly of a society on the verge of revolution, as Hollywood mirrors the turmoil and tension of a nation in flux. From the rebellious energy of "East of Eden" to the gritty realism of "On the Waterfront," witness the raw power of storytelling that challenged conventions and pushed boundaries. "Hollywood and the Movies of the Fifties" is a compelling journey through an era defined by conflict, discontent, and the relentless pursuit of artistic truth.

Don't miss this gripping portrait of America at its zenith, captured through the lens of the silver screen. Experience the political intrigue, cultural upheaval, and sexual revolution that defined a nation in transition. Discover the untold stories behind the cinematic gems that shaped a generation and cemented Hollywood's legacy as the ultimate purveyor of American dreams.

Shop now and embark on a cinematic journey through the tumultuous yet enthralling world of 1950s Hollywood!

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