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Video Exclusive: Exodus to Hollywood

Video Exclusive: Exodus to Hollywood

As Hitler expands his territory in Europe, more and more of Germany's film professionals leave for Hollywood.

Posted: Dec 2nd, 2008  Comments: 1   Views: 1,335   
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Video Exclusive: Rudi Fehr Arrives in New York

Video Exclusive: Rudi Fehr Arrives in New York

Editor Rudi Fehr describes leaving Europe and arriving in New York in 1936.

Posted: Dec 1st, 2008  Comments: 0   Views: 582   
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Video Exclusive: Exiles Succeed in Hollywood

Video Exclusive: Exiles Succeed in Hollywood

Billy Wilder is just one of the more than 800 exiles who journey to Hollywood and succeed in the studio system.

Posted: Dec 1st, 2008  Comments: 1   Views: 785   
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