Men Against the Arctic
Synopsis
This Academy Award winning short subject documentary follows the United States Coast Guard icebreaker ships Eastwind and Westwind for four months as they work to clear navigational paths for ships traversing the arctic sea.
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December 21, 1955
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- Director
- Winston Hibler
- Screenplay & Story
- Winston Hibler
- Original Title
- Men Against the Arctic
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
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Winston Hibler
Winston Hibler
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Winston Hibler
Director
Winston Hibler
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What is Men Against the Arctic about?
This Academy Award winning short subject documentary follows the United States Coast Guard icebreaker ships Eastwind and Westwind for four months as they work to clear navigational paths for ships traversing the arctic sea.
Who directed Men Against the Arctic?
Men Against the Arctic was directed by Winston Hibler.
Who stars in Men Against the Arctic?
The principal cast of Men Against the Arctic includes Winston Hibler.
When was Men Against the Arctic released and how long is it?
Men Against the Arctic was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 30m.