Why We Fight: Prelude to War

1942

The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies

War
Documentary

Frank Capra,Anatole Litvak
53m
May 27, 1942 · United States of America

Overview

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.

Details

Status: Released
Release date: May 27, 1942
Original language: English
Spoken languages: English
Countries: United States of America
Production: War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry,U.S. War Department
Cast: Walter Huston,Max Schmeling,Adolf Hitler
Director: Frank Capra,Anatole Litvak
Cinematography: Robert Flaherty
Budget: Not recorded
Revenue: Not recorded
Homepage: Official site
IMDb: View on IMDb