Shirley Temples First Movie Roles Were Downright Disturbing Heres Why
Shirley Temple, who reigned as the pint-sized Hollywood box office queen from 1934 to 1938, was known for her head full of ringlets, her innocent smile, and her adorable dance numbers in family-friendly movies. For many audiences, her movies represented hope and optimism during the throes of the Great Depression in the U.S.