Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist
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.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Judy Chaikin
- Screenplay & Story
- Eve Goldberg, Judy Chaikin
- Original Title
- Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- One Step Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Judy Chaikin
Eve Goldberg, Judy Chaikin
Cathy Zheutlin, Alan Barker, Kristin R. Glover
Eve Goldberg
Judy Chaikin, Loren Stephens, Ellen Geiger
Department Leadership Roster
Judy Chaikin
Producer
Eve Goldberg
Editor
Cathy Zheutlin
Director of Photography
Alan Barker
Director of Photography
Kristin R. Glover
Director of Photography
Judy Chaikin
Director
Eve Goldberg
Writer
Judy Chaikin
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist about?
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.
Who directed Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist?
Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist was directed by Judy Chaikin.
Who stars in Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist?
The principal cast of Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist includes Burt Lancaster, Evelyn Keyes, Jane Wyatt, Sylvia Jarrico, Nikola Trumbo.
When was Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist released and how long is it?
Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist?
Legacy of the Hollywood Blacklist holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).