Learn about the early days of censorship in Hollywood with local film buff Ryan Meyers
In 1934, as film became a popular medium for all ages, the federal government established the Hollywood Production Code. This set of rules and regulations aimed to protect American families from exposure to sex, drugs, and controversial ideas on screen. Hollywood directors, however, were not pleased and quickly began pushing the boundaries. By 1967, the Code had become obsolete. Join me as I explore some of Hollywood’s most famous moments that emerged from bending these rules, and how the government’s grand censorship plan ultimately failed. Presented by Local Museum Professional Ryan Meyer
The Advanced Learning Library, located centrally in the historic Delano neighborhood, has many specialty services and collections including the AV Studio, local history and genealogy collections, and Friends of the Library used bookstore.
