CLEVELAND, Ohio-- A new exhibition at the Western Reserve Historical Society’s Cleveland History Center examines Northeast Ohio’s deep and often overlooked contributions to the film industry, which stretch back more than a century.

“Our goal is to inspire people to explore the American experience through the lens of Northeast Ohio,” said museum director Angie Lowrie. “That’s what we collect and the stories we tell.”

Here’s what to know about “Hollywood on the Cuyahoga: Northeast Ohio and the Movies.”

1. The exhibition features a surprisingly deep roster of local talent

Beyond well-known movies filmed in Cleveland, “Hollywood on the Cuyahoga” highlights the many actors, directors, producers, writers, composers and craftspeople from the region who’ve shaped the industry. The show trac

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