Steel Town
Synopsis
Documentary examining the steel industry in Youngstown, Ohio during World War II. Focuses on steel production, including the smelting process, slagging and the blast furnace. Workers reflect upon their lives and the importance of their jobs. Emphasizes the importance of teamwork in the mills and on the plant's labor relations committee to help win the war. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Willard Van Dyke
- Original Title
- Steel Town
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 16m
- Production Studios
- United Films, Office of War Information
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Willard Van Dyke
Department Leadership Roster
Willard Van Dyke
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Steel Town.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Steel Town
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What is Steel Town about?
Documentary examining the steel industry in Youngstown, Ohio during World War II. Focuses on steel production, including the smelting process, slagging and the blast furnace. Workers reflect upon their lives and the importance of their jobs. Emphasizes the importance of teamwork in the mills and on the plant's labor relations committee to help win the war. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Who directed Steel Town?
Steel Town was directed by Willard Van Dyke.
Who stars in Steel Town?
The principal cast of Steel Town includes Not specified.
When was Steel Town released and how long is it?
Steel Town was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 16m.