In the discussion thread: Recession, layoffs, uncertainty? Yet we just throw millions upon millions [View all]
Response to RB TexLa (Original post)
Sat Nov 17, 2012, 03:08 PM
JanMichael (22,514 posts)
17. Thank you for this thread! Because it's a fun opportunity for you
to learn about the history of the American movie industry. Historically, movies have been used as diversions for the middle class...think of the Depression, and the Golden Age of Hollywood. Many of our major stars....Cary Grant, Gene Kelly...the list is endless...entertained Americans during the depression, and then throughout the war-
Many people got some idea of what the war looked like from professionally filmed newsreels shown between or before films; many of these people only had radios- So, yes...we DO need to spend money on entertainment...oftentimes for many people, it's a welcome relief from the fear of job loss, illness, etc...that they can't afford to get on the shrinks couch, or pricey vacation. I hope that answers your question. ![]() |
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