The Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research has a number of archival collection that contains documentation from the blacklist era. These include Alvah Bessie's papers, who was blacklisted after refusing to testify in front of the House Committee on Un-American Activities. Alvah's papers include documents that document his writing career and his relationships with the Veterans of Abraham Lincoln Brigade. The Bruce Rubenstein Collection also documents Bessie’s relationship to the Veterans of Abraham Lincoln Brigade.
Viva Zapata
A number of political films based in real events were made in the 1950s. A Streetcar Named Desire. Both films received high praise. But, the Mexican revolutionary was not respected. Although the film's director, Elia Kazan, spent most of 1951 working in Mexico, the movie was not blacklisted in Hollywood. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a 6.2/10 rating, which is higher that average.
This film is based on an actual story. However, it echoes Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath that inspired it. John Steinbeck based his screenplay on Emiliano Zapata's true story about the Mexican Revolution. Ultimately, the novel was a bestseller and was adapted into a popular motion picture. Steinbeck continued writing nonfiction after Viva Zapata!, but his best screenplays are set in Mexico. Steinbeck's work continued to influence the film industry long after Viva Zapata was blacklisted in Hollywood.
Man walking a tightrope
"Man on a Tightrope at Hollywood" is an anticommunist film that was made in 1953. It demonstrates how the communist economic philosophy that believes one person is better than the other can only lead to disaster. The film shows how unstable and dangerous these policies can be. This was the experience of a veteran circus owner during the Great Purge. Stalin's policies for forced collectivization, repression and repression were well-reported in the west. But Elia Kazan was considered a criminal in Hollywood. This movie has an almost personal significance to me.
The story of a circus performer balancing between artistic integrity and not upsetting authorities is the subject of another film, "Man on a Tightrope in Hollywood." Elia Kazan, the director, was not happy with the film's political intrusion and made the performance as personal as possible. Though Man on a Tightrope in Hollywood might be a relic of another time, the film is still one of his most memorable.
On the Waterfront
Elia Kazan's On the Waterfront is a classic example of Method acting and is considered one of the greatest movies of the 1950s. This film explores real-life Mafia influence on a union of longshoremen. It is known as the Reality Subtext of Hollywood and Terry Malloy's iconic scene is a highlight. Elia Kazan was the first Hollywood artist to testify in front of HUAC. His postwar films were critical towards the conservative demagoguery.
The Hollywood Red Scare was a time of growing anticommunist sentiment, and the blacklist acted as a tool of the government and film industry to discredit people who expressed political views or were critical of American culture. It also shaped Hollywood’s post-war culture. This was reflective of the paranoia. Rumours were the main reason for many of the blacklist entries. Even a hint of suspicion can lead to the end a career.
Mo'nique
Mo'nique, it's not secret, has been playing Hollywood since the beginning. It isn't clear why she clashed with Black Hollywood producers. The details don't add up to an innocent case. Her role in the film "Precious" earned her an Oscar. Her disappearance remains mysterious. While her crass comedy style has won her many fans, it's still not clear how the blacklisting happened.
In October, a number of people, including actor Tyler Perry and actress Mo'Nique, are calling for an end to the blacklisting saga. The actress said that her ex managers "blackballed” him after she won the Oscar in "Precious." Winfrey and Tyler Perry denied blacklisting Mo'Nique. However, the actress believes she was unfairly attacked.
FAQ
How much does it cost to distribute a feature film?
A typical distribution deal will cost between $100,000-$150,000.
Theaters cost an average of $10,000.
The average cost per screen is around $5,000.
If you have 100 screens, your distribution fee will be about $500,000.
Distributor fees of $50,000 would apply if there are ten screens.
What do actors earn?
Pay for actors can range from $1 million to $100,000 per film, or less than $100,000 for independent films. The typical actor earns around $10,000 to $20,000 per movie. Many actors get no pay. It depends on how successful they are. It all depends on how successful they are.
Which percentage of the box offices goes to marketing budgets and what is their share?
Marketing budgets typically account for between 20% and 40% of a film’s budget. This is because marketing is very important to the success of any film.
Without good marketing, no one knows about your film. It is impossible to get people to pay for your film without knowing all about it.
Statistics
- "[116]"38% of films employed 0 or 1 woman in the roles considered, 23% employed two women, 28% employed 3 to 5 women, and 10% employed 6 to 9 women. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Women account for 51 percent of moviegoers. (en.wikipedia.org)
- This reflected no change from 2011 and only a 1% increase from 1998."[116]"9% of all directors. (en.wikipedia.org)
- In 2019, that percentage increased to 40 percent. (en.wikipedia.org)
- By 1911, approximately 60 to 70 percent of films imported into Great Britain were American. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How to get an honor star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce founded the Hollywood Walk of Fame, HWOF (Hollywood Walk of Fame) in 1960. The HWOF, located at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, California. It's made up of 2,711 stars, which are embedded in the sidewalk on Hollywood Boulevard. Each star represents someone who made motion pictures, television or radio, as well as music and other aspects of popular culture. The HWOF currently has 1,922 listed living people.
To become a HWOF member, you need to submit a name to Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. They then submit your details to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Once you are approved, you will receive a certificate of eligibility that includes your name, date, residence, occupation, category, and other information. A bronze plaque with your personalization is also provided. This plaque is affixed to a concrete base in front of the designated star.
If you were nominated by an HWOF member, or if there are significant contributions made to the entertainment, film, radio, theatre, and music industries, you may be eligible for a "star" award. The nominations are evaluated by a committee, which then decides whether or not to approve them. If they do approve them, they send a note to the home address of the applicant stating their decision. If the person accepts, they will be sent a second letter to confirm their acceptance. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce then charges $25 and forwards the money on to the City of Los Angles Department of Cultural Affairs.
The department issues an official check payable to Hollywood Chamber of commerce. This check is then sent to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Foundation. The foundation pays any artist or organization that submitted an application. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce pays half of the $12.50 fee to the artist or organization. The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs takes the other half.
Once an artist has received their star, he/she is eligible to be listed in the HWOF. To be included in the HWOF, your balance must be paid to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The amount due is dependent on the number of years since you were first recognized. If you were first nominated for a nomination in 1990, your owe $15,000. If you were nominated for the first time in 1990, you would owe $15,000.
Contact the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to get your name removed from the HWOF and to repay any outstanding debts. They will take care of removing your name from the list permanently.
How old does one have to get a star on the HWOF?
When nominated, one must have at least 18-years-old. To receive a Star, one must still be living at the time. After receiving a stars, one could still be nominated after ten more years.
What happens if I die before my star gets put up?
Your family members can nominate you for a star. If no relatives are living, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce may place a memorial stone in front of your star.
Why not just have stars on every street?
The HWOF isn't meant to be an historical monument. It is meant to honor those who contributed to film history.
What happened with the stars that were stolen? The thieves took around 1,200 stars. Each star is between 250-300 lbs. If you add all of the weight together, it comes to approximately 4 tons of stars!