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Hollywood's Children

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

A special documentary to introduce a new season of films. Since the 20s, American films have thrived on the talent of its youngest stars such as Jackie Coogan , Shirley Temple, Mickey Rooney ,
Judy Garland , Margaret O'Brien and Elizabeth Taylor. The audience appeal of their films earned these children millions of dollars and provided financial underpinning of several Hollywood studios.
Through extensive film clips and interviews, this documentary, narrated by Roddy McDowall , examines the phenomenon of the child star and explores the new roles of today's stars.
Written produced and directed by GENE FELDMAN. based on the book Hollywood's Children by DIANA SERRA CARY A WOMBAT production
(Colour and black and white) Woddis On ...: page 77 # BACK PAGE 78

Contributors

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Jackie Coogan
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Mickey Rooney
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Judy Garland
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Margaret O'Brien
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Elizabeth Taylor.
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Roddy McDowall
Directed By:
Gene Feldman.
Unknown:
Diana Serra
Source: Radio Times

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