55000 for Breakfast (1949)

This short documentary profiles a 1949 meeting of the International Federation of Agricultural Producers in Guelph, Ontario. The IFAP plans to help solve the dire problem of world hunger—a problem sharpened by the birth of 55,000 more human beings, arriving "for breakfast," each day. Delegates emphasize the plight of the many nations who face starvation while others have a surplus of food. The conference challenges the world to succeed at implementing a proposed plan for the fair distribution of food.

Director: Evelyn Cherry, Lawrence Cherry
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 11 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Eldon Rathburn
Cinematography: Robert Campbell
Editing: Horace Clarke
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 55000 for Breakfast about?
This short documentary profiles a 1949 meeting of the International Federation of Agricultural Producers in Guelph, Ontario. The IFAP plans to help solve the dire problem of world hunger—a problem sharpened by the birth of 55,000 more human beings, arriving "for breakfast," each day. Delegates emphasize the plight of the many nations who face starvation while others have a surplus of food. The conference challenges the world to succeed at implementing a proposed plan for the fair distribution of food.
Who directed 55000 for Breakfast?
55000 for Breakfast was directed by Evelyn Cherry, Lawrence Cherry.
Who stars in 55000 for Breakfast?
55000 for Breakfast stars Jacques Scott.
How long is 55000 for Breakfast?
55000 for Breakfast has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is 55000 for Breakfast?
55000 for Breakfast is a Documentary film.
Where was 55000 for Breakfast produced?
55000 for Breakfast was produced in Canada.