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Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood

2011·Show
3Episodes in1Season
74
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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, show business, and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, storytelling, and dialogue

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

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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.
Historical DocumentaryFilm HistoryHollywood Golden AgeInformative & EngagingBehind-the-ScenesCultural InsightPresented by Paul MertonArchival FootageEducational Entertainment

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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 3 episodes of about 58 minutes each.

When did Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood air?

It ran from 2011 to 2011 and has ended.

What language is Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.