Morality Clauses Rule Hollywood Contracts in 1925
Copeland C Burg reports that major film stars sign strict morality clauses promising to avoid conduct that harms public morals or the industry. The piece cites Fatty Arbuckle and Mabel Normand as examples of how public opinion impacts careers and contract terms in Hollywood.
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Fatty) Arbuckle
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Actors face exoneration yet public opinion lags
The Arbuckle case illustrates how complete legal exoneration does not restore public favor for actors. Producers struggle to reuse films after scandals, while contracts restrict personal ties and even family involvement to safeguard work and prevent delays.
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