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Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood

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Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood is a 2011 BBC documentary series written, directed and presented by Paul Merton. The three-part series traces the rise of the American film-making industry in Hollywood through from the early years of film-making to the foundation of the major motion-picture studios and the new class of the film star.

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Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

7/10

Release Date

29 December 2024

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Paul Merton

Paul Merton

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