Hollywood Exiles 8. The un-Americans
Mar 11, 2024
Hollywood's elite gather at the Waldorf Hotel to navigate the sinister rise of the blacklist era. Artistic luminaries face intense scrutiny, as the moral battle against alleged communism intensifies. Talented individuals like Dalton Trumbo share personal tales of fear and repression in their creative lives. The Waldorf Declaration sparks a controversial wave of purges within studios. Meanwhile, the dark side of wellness is unveiled, revealing shocking allegations beneath the surface of self-improvement.
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Mitzi's Prison Visit
- Mitzi Trumbo recounts a childhood train trip to visit her father, Dalton Trumbo, in prison.
- Her innocent poker game in the club car was interrupted when she revealed her father's imprisonment.
HUAC's Impact
- Dalton Trumbo's imprisonment highlighted the impact of HUAC on Hollywood figures.
- The House Un-American Activities Committee disrupted lives and careers.
Public Backlash
- Public suspicion of communist infiltration in Hollywood grew after the HUAC hearings.
- The American Legion threatened action, and audiences began to reject films by suspected communists.