Dalton Trumbo
Dalton Trumbo was an American screenwriter and novelist, notable for his work during Hollywood's Golden Age. He was one of the most prominent figures in the Hollywood Ten, a group of screenwriters and directors who were blacklisted for refusing to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee during the Red Scare. Trumbo's most famous works include the films 'Roman Holiday' and 'Spartacus,' the latter of which became an allegory for the human right to resist oppressive systems. His story highlights the intersection of art and politics, showcasing how cinema can challenge authoritarianism and censorship.
Born on Dec 09, 1905 (119 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,186 | $700,000 | 500$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 6,186 | $700,000 | 500$ |
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Dalton Trumbo wrote the screenplay for the film 'Spartacus'.
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Kevin Spacey compared himself to the blacklisted screenwriter Dalton Trumbo during his speech.
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Spacey referenced Dalton Trumbo, who was blacklisted in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s for alleged communist ties.
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Spacey referenced Dalton Trumbo, an American screenwriter who was blacklisted in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s.
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Kevin Spacey compared himself to Dalton Trumbo, who faced a blacklist in Hollywood for his communist ties.
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Dalton Trumbo was blacklisted in Hollywood during the Cold War as a suspected communist.
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Dalton Trumbo was blacklisted and imprisoned during the red scare.
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