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Founded on June 18, 1967, by Robert Shea (known as Bob Sheay), New Line Cinemas emerged during a period of seismic shifts in American film—a time marked by the rise of New Hollywood. This era was characterized by a departure from traditional studio system dominance, embracing countercultural narratives and filmmaking styles that challenged the mainstream. Influences from foreign cinema and independent films proliferated, shaking up the established order.