Films from America's Depression Era, New Deal, Prohibition

Literature Based Movies for History, American Lit and Economics Classes
History educators are often accused of teaching 'war-based' history. Here are several book to film connections that cover Depression era America. Includes Prohibition, Gangland America, Roaring Twenties, Black Tuesday Stock Market Crash, Hoovervilles, FDR and the New Deal,
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10 Free History Websites and Film Clips

Websites for Free U.S. History Lesson Plans
10 website reviews for teachers of US history. Sites offer free video clips, film footage clips, lessons plans, materials, primary sources, and materials.
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Scariest Movies of all Times

Top 10 Scariest Horror Movies
Top 10 most horrifying, terrifying movies of all times, written by an expert. Expert because I am easily frightened. Unlike creep show aficionados who have seen it all and still remain unmoved, I know what's scary.
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What's Behind the Early Death of Screen Legends?

Heath Ledger, Brad Renfro, Jimi Hendrix, Hank Williams, James Dean, Marilyn?
What's wrong with Hollywood? How is it that so many screen legends die so young? Expose of actors who have died tragically under 30 years old.
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Best Chick Flicks

Top Ten Chick Flicks of All Time
Need a few chick flicks to share with your best pals on a girls night in? These are the 'piece de resistance'. Laugh and cry together with these films. These films remind us why it's great to be a girl!
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10 Best Chick Flicks

Top Ten Chick Flicks of All Time
Need a few chick flicks to share with your best pals on a girls night in? These are the 'piece de resistance'. Laugh and cry together with these films. These films remind us why it's great to be a girl!
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Psychology Films: Personality Disorder and Abuse

Literature-Based Movies for Abnormal Psychology Classes
These films explore personality disorders, including the notorious multiple personality, which occurs far less frequently than portrayed in fiction. While personality disorders may not be as sensational as those portrayed in these book-movie connections, these films demonstrate the effects of early trauma and abuse on personality development. We can't emphasize enough in psychology the critical role of early childhood in shaping later life. These films are important for that reason.
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