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Film · 1987 · Documentary

Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist

★6.7 1987 1h 0m Judy Chaikin PG-13

This one-hour film, narrated by Actor BURT LANCASTER, explores the lingering effects of The Hollywood Blacklist, which occurred in the late forties and early fifties as part of the Anti-Communist witch-hunts that terrorized the nation. This film is seen through the eyes of the wives and children of the now deceased Hollywood figures whose careers were destroyed when studio bosses, along with guild and union officials capitulated to the demands of the House Un-American Activities Committee.

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Synopsis

This one-hour film, narrated by Actor BURT LANCASTER, explores the lingering effects of The Hollywood Blacklist, which occurred in the late forties and early fifties as part of the Anti-Communist witch-hunts that terrorized the nation. This film is seen through the eyes of the wives and children of the now deceased Hollywood figures whose careers were destroyed when studio bosses, along with guild and union officials capitulated to the demands of the House Un-American Activities Committee.

Documentary

Cast

8 principal cast

Burt Lancaster

Burt Lancaster

Self - Host, Narrator
Evelyn Keyes

Evelyn Keyes

Self
Jane Wyatt

Jane Wyatt

Self

Sylvia Jarrico

Self

Nikola Trumbo

Self

Sadie Ornitz

Self

Zelma Wilson

Self

Becca Wilson

Self

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Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist (1987) is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The 1h 0m documentary directed by Judy Chaikin is rated 6.7/10 by 3 viewers.

Frequently asked

When was Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist released?

Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist was released on October 21, 1987.

Who directed Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist?

Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist was directed by Judy Chaikin.

How long is Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist?

Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist has a runtime of 60 minutes (1h 0m).

What genre is Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist?

Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist is categorized as Documentary.

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