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Academy Museum Faces Backlash Over Jewish Founders Exhibit

Critics argue the portrayal of Hollywood's Jewish pioneers perpetuates harmful stereotypes, prompting calls for revisions.

A view of the topographical map inside the "Hollywoodland" exhibit. (Josh White, JWPictures/Academy Museum Foundation)
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Overview

  • The exhibit 'Hollywoodland: Jewish Founders and the Making of a Movie Capital' has been criticized for using negative descriptors like 'tyrant' and 'predator.'
  • A group of 350 Hollywood figures, including David Schwimmer and Amy Sherman-Palladino, signed an open letter denouncing the exhibit.
  • The museum has announced it will revise the exhibit to address concerns of antisemitism.
  • The controversy highlights ongoing challenges in presenting a balanced history of Hollywood.
  • The museum's advisory group will include experts from Jewish and civil rights organizations.