Rockin' Hollywood: Rock n' Roll in the Movies

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Lecture

Age Group:

Adults
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Rock music exploded on the big screen when Bill Haley & the Comets sang “Rock Around the Clock” at the opening of Blackboard Jungle in 1955. Movies and rock formed a valuable commercial partnership, whether it was Elvis Presley’s 31 mostly forgettable films or the Beatles’ groundbreaking A Hard Day’s Night from 1964. This presentation will look at the first decade of rock movies and how Hollywood helped reflect the power of this music around the world.  Register below for the Zoom information.