Total War in Britain (1945)
Dunkirk to D-Day in 20 minutes flat: this gripping account of Britain's war effort compels us to sit up and pay attention. A 'total war' is one encompassing civilian as well as military life. Here we witness the might of the state mobilising technology, infrastructure, agriculture, industry and above all people. A rapid-fire onslaught of images and information palpably evokes the experience of total war.
Director: Paul Rotha, Michael Orrom
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 21 min
Release Date: January 1, 1945
Cast
- John Mills - Narrator (voice)
Screenplay
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Total War in Britain about?
- Dunkirk to D-Day in 20 minutes flat: this gripping account of Britain's war effort compels us to sit up and pay attention. A 'total war' is one encompassing civilian as well as military life. Here we witness the might of the state mobilising technology, infrastructure, agriculture, industry and above all people. A rapid-fire onslaught of images and information palpably evokes the experience of total war.
- Who directed Total War in Britain?
- Total War in Britain was directed by Paul Rotha, Michael Orrom.
- Who stars in Total War in Britain?
- Total War in Britain stars John Mills.
- How long is Total War in Britain?
- Total War in Britain has a runtime of 21m (21 minutes).
- What genre is Total War in Britain?
- Total War in Britain is a Documentary film.