Red Star Over Hollywood: The Film Colony's Long Romance with the Left

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The book explores the evolution of the Communist Party in Hollywood, highlighting its influence from the 1920s onward. It delves into how prominent figures like Charlie Chaplin and Groucho Marx were inspired by their experiences in the Soviet Union. The narrative continues through the 1930s and wartime, illustrating how the party gained significant traction within the film industry, shaped by insights from Hollywood insiders.