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About The Dark Side of Marilyn Monroe's American Dream | The Myth of Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe is the defining icon of the American 1950s. A seemingly fairytale transformation of rags to riches, a shining example of the mythical American dream. However, as the decade continued, the myth of Marilyn Monroe and the American Dream seemed to crumble. Documentary Central is the home for compelling documentaries tackling subjects like history, climate change, wildlife, conspiracy and more.

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Title
The Dark Side of Marilyn Monroe's American Dream | The Myth of Marilyn Monroe
Category
Society
Runtime
48 minutes
Language
English

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