Listen to Britain

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Overview

A depiction of life in wartime Britain during the Second World War. Director Humphrey Jennings visits many aspects of civilian life and of the turmoil and privation caused by the war, all without narration.


Genres


General Information

Release Date: 1942-02-01
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Runtime: 20 min


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