Leisure Industry Flashcards
1
Q
In what ways did the studio system shape the film industry in the 1920s?
A
- Controlled all aspects of film production
- Studios managing actors and directors and production processes
- Under long-term contracts
2
Q
What was the impact of ‘talkies’ on silent film stars?
A
- Lost careers
- Voices didn’t match audience expectations in sound films
3
Q
How did films affect culture and languages during the 1920s?
A
- Introduced terms like ‘box office’
- Concept of Hollywood royalty emerged
4
Q
Why did the film industry remain popular during the Great Depression?
A
Provided escapism from the hardships of daily life
