Hyde in Hollywood
Hyde in Hollywood

Hyde in Hollywood

1991Movie114 minEnglish

A closeted gay movie director/actor in 1939 finds himself the target of the vicious and unscrupulous attacks by a gossip columnist reporter who goes by the name of Hollywood Confidential.

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Director: David E.R. MartinGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the complex and often controversial legacy of Jekyll Island, Georgia, focusing on the clandestine meeting of powerful financiers and politicians in 1910 that led to the creation of the Federal Reserve. It explores themes of economic power, secrecy, and the impact of this event on American history.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focused on a specific historical event and its controversial interpretations, 'Hyde in Hollywood' received attention within circles interested in economic history and conspiracy theories. Its reception varied, with some praising its exploration of a pivotal, yet lesser-known, historical moment, while others questioned its definitive conclusions and the evidence presented.

What Reviewers Say

  • Explores a pivotal, yet often overlooked, moment in American financial history.
  • Raises questions about the influence of powerful individuals on economic policy.
  • Some viewers may find its conclusions speculative and open to debate.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Hyde in Hollywood' is not readily available. General audience reactions tend to focus on its in-depth look at the formation of the Federal Reserve and the alleged secretive nature of the Jekyll Island meeting.

Fun Fact

The film's title plays on the dual nature of the Jekyll Island meeting, hinting at a hidden agenda behind the facade of a casual gathering, much like the duality in Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'.

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