Timelineexhibitsvoicesactive learningreference room



CURRENT VIEW: BY ERA












































Display Information
Overview: The film industry changed radically after World War II, and this change altered the style and content of the films made in Hollywood. After experiencing boom years from 1939 to 1946, the film industry began a long period of decline. Within just seven years, attendance and box receipts fell to half their 1946 levels.

Part of the reason was external to the industry. Many veterans returning ... more

Important films of this era

Movie trailers available on Digital History