DESCRIPTION
Seven great WWII short films on one VHS:
- WITH THE MARINES AT TARAWA - (1943 color) 20:09 min - Events filmed in color by 15 combat cameramen document this bloody battle from original planning to final execution.
- HOLLYWOOD CANTEEN - (1944) 5:23 min - Dinah Shore parodies a popular song and rubs elbows at a Hollywood bash attended by prominent stars.
- JAP ZERO (In Recognition of the Japanese Zero) - (1942) 17:12 min - Future president Ronald Reagan almost shoots down one of our own planes in a case of mistaken identity.
- JAPANESE RELOCATION - (1942) 9:03 min - Government film attempts to put a respectful spin on one of the darker moments in the history of American Democracy.
- PRIVATE SNAFU IN THE ALEUTIANS - (1945) 4:29 min - Warner Brothers produced cartoon series - finds Private Snafu enduring the hardships of a hostile environment.
- REPORT FROM THE ALEUTIANS - (1943 color) 46:33 min - John Huston’s Academy Award nominated documentary. Airmen serve in remote Alaska. Spectacular!
- NEWSPARADE OF 1945 - (1945) 9:19 min - Newsreel compilation of the decisive events leading to victory over the German and Japanese forces.
Winner of two 'Telly' Awards
"Series Synopsis: THE UNCLE SAM MOVIE COLLECTION offers a unique glimpse into American history and popular culture -- taking audiences on a fascinating journey into our nation's past! Experience the power of motion pictures to persuade, inform, honor and celebrate the contributions and sacrifices made by the men and women of the 20th century who left us the world in which we live. Many of Hollywood's greatest filmmakers contributed their talents to the making of these films. Content in most of these films is surprisingly relevant to today's global events and headlines.
THE UNCLE SAM MOVIE COLLECTION is hosted by Denis Arndt, acclaimed stage, screen and television actor and decorated Vietnam veteran."
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BC, 120 minutes VHS 2000
Starring: Denis Arndt, Dinah Shore, Ronald Reagan
Director: John Huston
Vendor: USM
Medium: Special Interest
Our Price: $12.99
Package: Printed Sleeve
