Asked by Natalie DeLonge on Jun 13, 2024

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The MPAA complied with HUAC for all of the following reasons EXCEPT

A) to break the momentum of the union-guild movement in the midst of the shift to the contract system.
B) because of public relations concerns that the mass audience would boycott films based on the assumption that they were Communist propaganda.
C) to regain leverage over the careers of the talent.
D) to comply with a Supreme Court order tied to the Paramount decision.

MPAA

The Motion Picture Association of America, an organization that represents the interests of major Hollywood studios and provides movie ratings.

Union-guild Movement

The collective organization of workers in various trades and professions, including those in the entertainment industry, aimed at negotiating for better working conditions, wages, and rights.

Supreme Court Order

A directive issued by the highest court in a country, which must be followed by lower courts and individuals.

  • Acknowledge the repercussions of the HUAC inquiries and the blacklist within Hollywood, particularly regarding the Hollywood Ten and the causes of the industry's compliance.
  • Appreciate the influence of political events, such as the blacklist and HUAC, on film content and industry practices.
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Zybrea KnightJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The MPAA complied with HUAC primarily for economic reasons, such as breaking the momentum of the union-guild movement and regaining leverage over talent contracts. Public relations concerns were also a factor, but not the primary one. The Supreme Court order tied to the Paramount decision related to antitrust violations in the film industry, not HUAC.