Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream
"They fled a nightmare to build a dream"
Originally released in 1998. Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream is a documentary film. directed by Simcha Jacobovici.
Starring R.H. Thomson, Neal Gabler, and J. Hoberman
Synopsis
This film discusses the effect on how major American films in Hollywood were influenced by the Eastern European Jewish culture that most of the major movie moguls who controlled the studios shared. Through clips of various films, the filmmakers illustrate the dominant themes like that of the outsider, the outspoken American patriotism, and rooting for the underdog in society.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 22, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream about?
This film discusses the effect on how major American films in Hollywood were influenced by the Eastern European Jewish culture that most of the major movie moguls who controlled the studios shared....
Who directed Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream?
Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream was directed by Simcha Jacobovici.
How long is Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream?
Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream released?
Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream was released on March 22, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream?
The main cast of Hollywoodism: Jews, Movies and the American Dream includes R.H. Thomson, Neal Gabler, J. Hoberman, Arthur Tracy, Bernard Avishai.