How Many 50s Movies Can You Name?
Published: Saturday, May 11, 2024
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Covered in poodle skirts, blue jeans, and plaid suits, the 50s was known for being a fun time filled with modesty and wholesome fun. Gathering and diners and ice cream shops all over the country, those who were around during the 50s may likely have as many beautiful memories as they do traumatic ones. A decade that birthed the origins of the rock n' roll genre, there were few personalities considered more iconic than the likes of Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and Buddy Holly. So, on the whole, the everyday lives of the average American were filled with music and as much fun as possible. However, given that rock n' roll was marked by the spirit of rebellion, this also seems to be the time in which teenage rebellion in America started to go mainstream.
A decade that was overshadowed by dark clouds such as the Cold War, the Vietnam War, the Brinks Heist, the Civil Rights Movement, and many other serious issues, the 50s was an era that was also no stranger to turmoil and trauma. Nevertheless, as is often the case, when the ways of the world become too heavy, many people tend to look to the entertainment realm for an escape.
A time in which actors such as Clarke Gable, Desi Arnaz, Elvis Presley, Rock Hudson, and many others dominated the silver screen, the 50s was also a time in which women everywhere had lots of celebrity crushes. On the flip side, given that the likes of Marilyn Monroe, Dorothy Dandridge, Grace Kelly, Ruby Dee, and many other actresses on the scene, this certainly was not a bad time to be spending countless hours staring at the silver screen in general.
An era in which movies such as Father of the Bride, Gun Crazy, Treasure Island, Bright Leaf, Born Yesterday, Quick Sand, Rio Grande, and many others, the 50s had lots of great films that helped to keep people entertained and in good spirits. How many films do you remember? No matter how great your memory is, it is more than likely that you have forgotten the names of many of the most popular films from this time. How many 50s movies can you name? Take the quiz right now to find out!
A decade that was overshadowed by dark clouds such as the Cold War, the Vietnam War, the Brinks Heist, the Civil Rights Movement, and many other serious issues, the 50s was an era that was also no stranger to turmoil and trauma. Nevertheless, as is often the case, when the ways of the world become too heavy, many people tend to look to the entertainment realm for an escape.
A time in which actors such as Clarke Gable, Desi Arnaz, Elvis Presley, Rock Hudson, and many others dominated the silver screen, the 50s was also a time in which women everywhere had lots of celebrity crushes. On the flip side, given that the likes of Marilyn Monroe, Dorothy Dandridge, Grace Kelly, Ruby Dee, and many other actresses on the scene, this certainly was not a bad time to be spending countless hours staring at the silver screen in general.
An era in which movies such as Father of the Bride, Gun Crazy, Treasure Island, Bright Leaf, Born Yesterday, Quick Sand, Rio Grande, and many others, the 50s had lots of great films that helped to keep people entertained and in good spirits. How many films do you remember? No matter how great your memory is, it is more than likely that you have forgotten the names of many of the most popular films from this time. How many 50s movies can you name? Take the quiz right now to find out!