THE BATTLE OF MIDWAY (Theatrical Release USA 1942)

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The Battle of Midway—short film—works on the level of a war propaganda film. It uses the considerable talents of Director John Ford to deliver its message.

Film Poster Courtesy of Wikipedia

Storyline

This movie acts like it is telling the 1942 story of the attack on Midway.

Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director John Ford for directing effort. Thank you to Producer John Ford for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Narrators (Henry Fonda and Jane Darwell), Himself (Logan Ramsey), Himself (James Roosevelt) Main Narrator (voice of Donald Crisp), Narrator (voice of Irving Pichel), and Himself (Jimmie Thach).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. Despite the lack of completeness in information, the film makes a good study for academics who are studying film or film history.

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