New Americans
Synopsis
Part of RKO's "This is America" series, this is an Oscar nominated short documentary from 1944 that follows the plight of European immigrants arriving in the USA looking for hope and safety.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Slavko Vorkapich
- Original Title
- New Americans
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Slavko Vorkapich
Harry W. Smith
Frederic Ullman Jr.
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Slavko Vorkapich
Director
Harry W. Smith
Director of Photography
Frederic Ullman Jr.
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About New Americans
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What is New Americans about?
Part of RKO's "This is America" series, this is an Oscar nominated short documentary from 1944 that follows the plight of European immigrants arriving in the USA looking for hope and safety.
Who directed New Americans?
New Americans was directed by Slavko Vorkapich.
Who stars in New Americans?
The principal cast of New Americans includes Thomas Chalmers.
When was New Americans released and how long is it?
New Americans was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 20m.