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The Films of the 1950’s with Author Foster Hirsch
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In this episode of “Tales from Hollywood Land,” Steve, Arthur, and Julian dive into the transformative impact of the film industry during the 1950s. Steve is thrilled to discuss this era and introduces guest Foster Hirsch, a renowned author and film historian. Foster explores how television pulled audiences away from cinemas, leading to the collapse of the studio system and the rise of independent filmmaking. Arthur talks about the Paramount antitrust case, which broke up studio monopolies. The conversation highlights iconic films, shifting audience behaviors, and the lasting legacy of 50s cinema. The episode wraps up with reflections on how this era continues to influence modern filmmaking.
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Foster Hirsch – Hollywood and the Films of the 1950’s
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15 episodes
Manage episode 436403926 series 2406325
![Tales From Hollywoodland Ep 55. Films of the 1955.](https://esonetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/tfhl55-150x150.jpg)
In this episode of “Tales from Hollywood Land,” Steve, Arthur, and Julian dive into the transformative impact of the film industry during the 1950s. Steve is thrilled to discuss this era and introduces guest Foster Hirsch, a renowned author and film historian. Foster explores how television pulled audiences away from cinemas, leading to the collapse of the studio system and the rise of independent filmmaking. Arthur talks about the Paramount antitrust case, which broke up studio monopolies. The conversation highlights iconic films, shifting audience behaviors, and the lasting legacy of 50s cinema. The episode wraps up with reflections on how this era continues to influence modern filmmaking.
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Tales From Hollywoodland on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/talesfromhollywoodland
Tales From Hollywoodland on Instagram
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Foster Hirsch – Hollywood and the Films of the 1950’s
https://www.amazon.com/Hollywood-Movies-Fifties-Collapse-Snatcher-Television/dp/0307958922/
We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at talesfromhollywoodland@gmail.com and why not subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Spotify, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, and wherever fine podcasts are found.
The post The Films of the 1950’s with Author Foster Hirsch appeared first on The ESO Network.
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