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Home Front (1940)

Movie ★ 9.0 11 min

Documentary

This short documentary is part of the Canada Carries On series of morale-boosting wartime propaganda films. In Home Front, the various WWII-era social contributions of women are highlighted. From medicine to industrial labour to hospitality, education and domesticity, the service these women provided to their country is lauded.

Stanley Hawes Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1940
Runtime
11 min
IMDb
tt0200717
Country
Canada
Language
English
Studio
ONF | NFB

Themes

Cast

Lorne Greene Lorne Greene Narrator

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Frequently asked questions

What is Home Front about?
This short documentary is part of the Canada Carries On series of morale-boosting wartime propaganda films. In Home Front, the various WWII-era social contributions of women are highlighted. From medicine to industrial labour to hospitality, education and domesticity, the service these women provided to their country is lauded.
Who directed Home Front?
Home Front was directed by Stanley Hawes.
Who stars in Home Front?
Home Front stars Lorne Greene.
When was Home Front released?
Home Front is a 1940 documentary film.
Where can I watch Home Front?
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