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387 Hooray for Hollywood

The History of the Twentieth Century

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The Legacy of Frank Capra and the Three Stooges

This chapter traces the journey of the Three Stooges from vaudeville to Hollywood, highlighting their struggles for recognition and fair compensation. It also focuses on filmmaker Frank Capra's significant contributions to Columbia Pictures, including his evolution as a storyteller and the impact of his films during the 1930s and World War II. The narrative culminates with a look at Capra's iconic work, It's a Wonderful Life, exploring its initial challenges and eventual status as a classic.

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