Projections of War: Hollywood, American Culture, and World War II

by Thomas Doherty

Book Overview

In this cultural history of the USA during World War II, Thomas Doherty examines the interaction between Hollywood cinema and America's involvement in the war. He reveals how and why Hollywood marshalled its artistic resources on behalf of the war effort, giving a voice to many different groups' viewpoints: the motion picture industry itself; government agencies; and audiences at home and overseas.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0231082444
• ISBN13: 9780231082440
• Release Date: January 1993
• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.2" x 9.3"