Hollywood As Historian: American Film in a Cultural Context

"A commendably comprehensive analysis of the issue of Hollywood's ability to shape our minds . . . invigorating reading." ?Booklist

Film has exerted a pervasive influence on the American mind, and in eras of economic instability and international conflict, the industry has not hesitated to use motion pictures for propaganda purposes. During less troubled times, citizens' ability to deal with political and social issues may be enhanced or thwarted by images absorbed in theaters. Tracking ...