Hollywood Blacklist 70th Year Commemoration

In 1947, ten prominent members of the Hollywood film industry refused to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee on their … read more

In 1947, ten prominent members of the Hollywood film industry refused to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee on their suspected ties to communism. They were held in contempt of Congress, served prison terms, and were blacklisted by Hollywood. This event hosted by the Writers Guild Foundation and Hollywood Progressive featured blacklist survivors, family members, and artists reading testimonies and statements from those subpoenaed during the congressional hearings. close

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  • Salam al-Marayati President Muslim Public Affairs Council
  • Ed Asner President Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists
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Hollywood Blacklist 70th Year Commemoration

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Program ID:
436033-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Beverly Hills, California, United States
First Aired:
Nov 18, 2017 | 12:00pm EST | C-SPAN 3
Last Aired:
Nov 23, 2017 | 4:36am EST | C-SPAN 3

Airing Details

  • Nov 18, 2017 | 12:00pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 19, 2017 | 4:01am EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 22, 2017 | 8:00pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 23, 2017 | 12:18am EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 23, 2017 | 4:36am EST | C-SPAN 3
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