Hollywood on Trial
A detailed look at the events leading up to the blacklisting of Hollywood writers and artists. In October 1947 nineteen Hollywood personalities were subpoenaed by the House Committee on Un-American Activities to testify about their knowledge or possible involvement in the American Communist Party. The first ten to be called refused to cooperate, claiming their first amendment rights, were cited for contempt of Congress and sent to prison. They became known as the "Hollywood Ten" and this is their story.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Hollywood on Trial
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Nov 1, 1976
Runtime
1h 45m
Genres
History, Documentary
User Score
55%
Original Title
Hollywood on Trial
Production Companies
Corinth Films
Director
David Helpern
Description
A detailed look at the events leading up to the blacklisting of Hollywood writers and artists. In October 1947 nineteen Hollywood personalities were subpoenaed by the House Committee on Un-American Activities to testify about their knowledge or possible involvement in the American Communist Party. The first ten to be called refused to cooperate, claiming their first amendment rights, were cited for contempt of Congress and sent to prison. They became known as the "Hollywood Ten" and this is their story.
