Vesuvius Express (1953)
The first travelogue released by Twentieth Century-Fox in CinemaScope, produced and directed by Otto Lang, is a photographic record of a journey from Milan to Naples, through Florence and Rome, on a streamlined passenger train. En route, the film takes time out in the cities mentioned to take a look at the landmarks -- past and present -- with the climax on the edge of Vesuvius' smoldering crater. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Director: Otto Lang
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 16 min
Release Date: December 16, 1953
Production: 20th Century Fox
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Vesuvius Express about?
- The first travelogue released by Twentieth Century-Fox in CinemaScope, produced and directed by Otto Lang, is a photographic record of a journey from Milan to Naples, through Florence and Rome, on a streamlined passenger train. En route, the film takes time out in the cities mentioned to take a look at the landmarks -- past and present -- with the climax on the edge of Vesuvius' smoldering crater. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
- Who directed Vesuvius Express?
- Vesuvius Express was directed by Otto Lang.
- How long is Vesuvius Express?
- Vesuvius Express has a runtime of 16m (16 minutes).
- What genre is Vesuvius Express?
- Vesuvius Express is a Documentary film.
- Where was Vesuvius Express produced?
- Vesuvius Express was produced in United States of America.