Ridiculed for Asserting Her Independence
Amidst the turmoil following Johnny Hyde’s death, Marilyn was determined to break free from the confinements of being typecast solely as a sex symbol. She engaged in a series of protracted battles with her production company over the choice of film roles, a courageous endeavor to assert her creative independence. Despite her persistent efforts and the numerous threats she made to defend her artistic integrity, Marilyn continued to experience a prevailing sense of not being taken seriously within the industry.
It was during this tumultuous period that Marilyn had an epiphany: she recognized that the only person truly dedicated to safeguarding her own best interests was herself. Empowered by this newfound clarity, she took a bold and audacious step forward, culminating in the establishment of her very own production company – Marilyn Monroe Productions. However, this courageous move was met with immediate ridicule and skepticism from the press, as she embarked on the challenging journey of charting her course in the realm of show business.
