The crowning achievement of film in the 30s was Merian C. ... They strictly enforced a long line of taboos for filmmakers including the use of words such as "damn" and "hell", long kissing, adultery, and the notion that "the good and just must always triumph over the evil and corrupt". ... Art of the 30s depicted people doing average, everyday functions. ...

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• Grade Level: High School