John Wayne’s War: Patriotism, Hollywood, and the Draft Dodger Debate
John Wayne’s War: Patriotism, Hollywood, and the Draft Dodger Debate
John Wayne’s absence from World War II service has long sparked debate. Was he dodging the draft, or were there other reasons behind his decision to stay in Hollywood? The truth is more complicated than it seems.
Steven Spielberg’s Comedy Gamble: The Film That Nearly Broke Him
Steven Spielberg’s Comedy Gamble: The Film That Nearly Broke Him
Steven Spielberg opened up about the emotional toll of directing the comedy 1941, admitting the project was outside his comfort zone and not a passion piece. He reflected on the challenges of making a film that didn’t play to his strengths.