S1·E8 Film in the Television Age
Synopsis
Television first arrived in American homes just as the Hollywood studio system was collapsing. As the new medium took hold, so did a new era of motion picture entertainment. Top directors, actors, and film scholars trace the influence of each medium on the other, from the live and fresh dramas of the Golden Age of Television and the growth of Hollywood spectacles to the megalithic entertainment industry of today.
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When did Season 1 Episode 8 of American Cinema air?
Season 1, Episode 8 ('Film in the Television Age') originally aired on July 26, 1995.
How long is Season 1 Episode 8 ('Film in the Television Age')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in American Cinema Season 1 Episode 8?
Television first arrived in American homes just as the Hollywood studio system was collapsing. As the new medium took hold, so did a new era of motion picture entertainment. Top directors, actors, and film scholars trace the influence of each medium on the other, from the live and fresh dramas of th...
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