The Smoke Menace
Synopsis
A stark warning about Britain’s coal-fired smog, charting its damage to health, buildings, and the economy while advocating cleaner gas/electric power, processed smokeless fuels, and better housing—presaging the Great Smog of 1952 and the Clean Air Act of 1956.
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- Director
- John Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- J.B.S. Haldane
- Original Title
- The Smoke Menace
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- British Commercial Gas Association, Realist Film Unit
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Taylor
J.B.S. Haldane
John Grierson
Department Leadership Roster
John Grierson
Producer
J.B.S. Haldane
Writer
John Taylor
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Smoke Menace
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What is The Smoke Menace about?
A stark warning about Britain’s coal-fired smog, charting its damage to health, buildings, and the economy while advocating cleaner gas/electric power, processed smokeless fuels, and better housing—presaging the Great Smog of 1952 and the Clean Air Act of 1956.
Who directed The Smoke Menace?
The Smoke Menace was directed by John Taylor.
Who stars in The Smoke Menace?
The principal cast of The Smoke Menace includes Peter Hine.
When was The Smoke Menace released and how long is it?
The Smoke Menace was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 11m.