One significant example of how the Great Depression affected popular entertainment is the decline of the film industry during this time. Many movie studios struggled to stay afloat as people had less disposable income to spend on entertainment. This led to a decrease in movie attendance and budgets for film productions. In response, studios began producing more escapist films such as musicals and comedies to provide audiences with a temporary escape from their economic hardships. Additionally, the rise of radio and the popularity of broadcast entertainment during the Depression era further contributed to the changing landscape of popular entertainment.
