Hollywood & World War II: The War Years, Thurs., Jan. 16, 7 pm

Beginning in the late 1930’s Hollywood began to produce movies such as Charlie Chaplin’s political satire “The Great Dictator” conveying the turbulent political times. As the war in Europe continued to expand and more countries fell to the Axis Powers, Hollywood produced a series of anti-Nazi films which served to bring Nazi atrocities to the attention of the American public.

After the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hollywood actors and directors quickly joined the war effort. Hollywood banded together as never before to support the war. The movies “Buck Privates,” “A Yank in the RAF,” “Mrs. Miniver,” and “12 O’Clock High,” provided patriotic images and encouraged all Americans.

Thursday, January 16
7 pm

This program looks at many of the notable, interesting and more remarkable films that capture different aspects and perspectives of World War II.

Presenter: Herb Kaufman

This program is intended for adults. 

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Sponsored by the Friends of Huntingdon Valley Library.