Movie
Prelude to War
Short subject film with a runtime of 52 minutes, released in 1942. Presented in English.
At a Glance
Release DateMay 27, 1942
TypeMovie
LanguageEnglish
Genreshort subject, history, documentary, War
Synopsis
The Oscar-winning initial feature of Frank Capra's "Why We Fight" series, produced by the War Department as an Army orientation film. John Huston narrates this compilation of confiscated enemy footage, old newsreels and animation that presents a grim image of fascism. Dimitri Tiomkin composed the score.
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