The Silent Village is a 1943 British propaganda short film in the form of a drama documentary, made by the Crown Film Unit and directed by Humphrey Jennings. The film was named one of the top 5 documentaries of 1943 by the National Board of Review. It was inspired by the Lidice massacre in Czech Republic in June 1942.
The Silent Village (1943)
Directed by Humphrey Jennings
Genres - Documentary, Drama, History, War |
Sub-Genres - Propaganda Film |
Release Date - Aug 9, 1943 |
Run Time - 36 min. |
MPAA Rating - G
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Themes
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Czech Republic, Execution, Nazi Occupation, Propaganda, Resistance, Silent Village, Solidarity, The National Board Of Review, Wales
Attributes
Subject: World War II
Alternate Titles
The Silent Village
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