Why We Fight (1942-44)
Series of films to motivate US soldiers during World War II
Why We Fight is a series of seven propaganda films produced by the US Department of War from 1942 to 1945, during World War II. It was originally written for American soldiers to make them support the United States' involvement in the war, but US President Franklin Roosevelt ordered distribution for public viewing.
Trivia
- Produced from 1942 to 1945, the seven installments range from 40 to 76 minutes in length, and all are available for free on DVD or online since they have always been public domain material by the US government.
- All are directed by Frank Capra and narrated by Walter Huston alongside radio actors Elliott Lewis, Harry von Zell, film actor Lloyd Nolan and others.
- The score is performed by the Army Air Force Orchestra.
Previous Showings
1 Run • 1 Festival
All runs on record (1):
- January 19, 2025The Films of Frank Capraw/ The Power of the Press, Lady for a Day