The development of Hollywood's relationship with the military: a guide for filmmakers and military entertainment liaison officers

Unrestricted War movies have captivated audiences since the earliest days of the film industry, and the military has assisted filmmakers since that time. This thesis describes military support to filmmakers, first by examining the regulations, then through analysis of 42 military-related films. The films chosen for historical analysis do not constitute a complete list. It is my intent that the selected films will reveal considerations taken by past and present military entertainment liaison personnel. Thus, through their examination, the reader will gain a better understanding of how the military decides to provide assistance to filmmakers as well as how filmmakers gain approval to receive assistance if they so choose. Finally, it examines the current situation and offers recommendations for future military engagement with the entertainment business -- one of the most influential sectors of our global society.