Friday, April 19

1943 National Board of Review – Top Documentaries Winner and Nominees

1943 National Board of Review – Top Documentaries Winner

Desert Victory

Desert Victory

The Allied campaign to drive Germany and Italy from North Africa is analysed, with the major portion of the film examining the battles at El Alamein, including a re-enactment.

Saludos Amigos

Saludos Amigos

Disney animators tour South America and present four animated shorts inspired by their trip.

The Battle of Russia

The Battle of Russia

Documentary revealing the nature and process of the fight between the Soviet Union and Germany in the Second World War.

The Silent Village

The Silent Village

The true story of the massacre of a small Czech village by the Nazis is retold as if it happened in Wales.

Why We Fight

Why We Fight

The official World War II US Government film statement defining the various enemies of the Allies and why they must be fought.