Looking for an accessible introduction to the history of mainstream cinema? This fast-paced, informative talk is led by a Ph.D. with extensive experience teaching film studies at the university level.

In just 60 minutes, you’ll explore three major eras of Hollywood history: 

1. Early cinema and the coming of sound

2. Classical Hollywood and the studio system

3. The New Hollywood of the 1960s–80s

Whether you're new to film history or want a fresh overview from a seasoned educator, this lecture delivers a lively, insightful journey through the evolution of American cinema.