Why We Fight: Prelude to War
📖 Synopsis
Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Documentary, War
- Director
- Frank Capra
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Walter HustonSelf - Narrator (voice)
Max SchmelingSelf - German paratrooper (archive footage)
Adolf HitlerSelf🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Why We Fight: Prelude to War about?
- Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.
- Who directed Why We Fight: Prelude to War?
- Why We Fight: Prelude to War was directed by Frank Capra.
- When was Why We Fight: Prelude to War released?
- Why We Fight: Prelude to War was released on May 27, 1942.
- How long is Why We Fight: Prelude to War?
- Why We Fight: Prelude to War has a runtime of 0h 53m.
- Where can I track Why We Fight: Prelude to War?
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