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Films Of The 1950s: Two Perspectives On Post-War America, Stephanie J. Baker
Films Of The 1950s: Two Perspectives On Post-War America, Stephanie J. Baker
MALS Final Projects, 1995-2019
Although it is not possible to ascertain with certainty the mood of an entire country at a particular time in history, films of an era can reflect glimpses of the prevalent milieu of a society. The films of the 1 930s reflect a grim view of life as Americans struggle to overcome the Great Depression, while films of the 1940s espouse great patriotism as Americans fight for freedom in World War II. Post-war America of the 1950s is an enigma: great prosperity mingled with Cold War fears. Filmmakers of this era are challenged to reflect the American psyche during this …