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Do Hollywood Films Truly Reflect Life in America?…Yes—You Asked Series
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April 10, 2016

The name of actor John Wayne, shown in the 1969 movie True Grit, became synonymous with the American Western feature film. © AP Images
The name of actor John Wayne, shown in the 1969 movie True Grit, became synonymous with the American Western feature film. © AP Images

They reflect the spirit of life in America rather than the everyday facts of American life. Hollywood’s purpose has always been to entertain. While the details of American life may not be accurately portrayed, many Hollywood films do capture the nation’s energy, restlessness and longing.

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