Summary: Progressive Hollywood: Review and Analysis of Ed Rampell's Book

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The must-read summary of Ed Rampell's book: “Progressive Hollywood: A People’s Film History of the United States”.

This complete summary of "Progressive Hollywood" by Ed Rampell presents his assessment of the relationship between politics and Hollywood, the major movements in the film industry and the rise of the progressive left in entertainment and how it is countering the industry's right wing. He also describes the impacts of Hollywood on society, the limits imposed by politics and the consequences of their infringement.

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• Understand how Hollywood and politics often overlap
• Expand your knowledge of American politics and culture

To learn more, read "Progressive Hollywood" and discover how the rise of the progressive left wing is shaking up the entertainment industry.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Political Book Summaries
• Release date: Jan 30, 2017
• ISBN: 9782511001493

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Book Abstract

Progressive Hollywood: A People’s Film History of the United States is Rampell’s analysis and review of the relationship between politics and Hollywood. He seeks to set the record straight about the true contribution of Hollywood activists and he shows how organized and educated Hollywood is behind the scenes in progressive politics.

The book is written primarily as a history lesson focusing on movies that made a difference in American culture. Rampell describes major movements in the movie industry which have reflected, and sometimes initiated, how society viewed the world. He also discusses the limits placed on filmmakers by politics and corporate heads and