What Were We Watching? Americans’ Responses to Nazism through Cinema, Radio, and Media

Dec 11 Return to events calendar Festivals, Fairs & Special Events What Were We Watching? Americans’ Responses to Nazism through Cinema, Radio, and Media Share this post: Stories about World War II and the persecution of Europe’s Jews were a constant presence in American movie theaters and living rooms throughout the 1930–40s. Award-winning films such as Mrs. Miniver, The Great Dictator, and Casablanca shaped Americans’ understanding of the Nazi threat and persecution of Europe’s Jews, while newsreels and radio programs offered a brief glimpse into world events and the range of opinions on the war effort. Join us to learn how Hollywood and leaders in entertainment and government battled for the hearts and minds of Americans. + Google Calendar + iCal Export Return to events calendar Presented by United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Location B'nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim Congregation 1201 Lake Cook Road Deerfield , 60015 + Google Map Date Wednesday December 11 Time 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Cost Free More info