Library of Congress
Synopsis
A 1945 Oscar nominated short documentary about the Library of Congress. It is one of 26 documentary shorts produced between 1942 and 1945 by the U.S. Overseas Film Bureau, and intended to show foreign viewers something about America and it's values, this one focuses on the important institution in Washington D.C. which preserves written and other works that have been copyrighted, as part of the country's heritage.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 1, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alexander Hammid
- Original Score
- Alex North
- Original Title
- Library of Congress
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alexander Hammid
Alex North
Robert Riskin
Department Leadership Roster
Alexander Hammid
Director
Robert Riskin
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Library of Congress
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Library of Congress about?
A 1945 Oscar nominated short documentary about the Library of Congress. It is one of 26 documentary shorts produced between 1942 and 1945 by the U.S. Overseas Film Bureau, and intended to show foreign viewers something about America and it's values, this one focuses on the important institution in Washington D.C. which preserves written and other works that have been copyrighted, as part of the country's heritage.
Who directed Library of Congress?
Library of Congress was directed by Alexander Hammid.
Who stars in Library of Congress?
The principal cast of Library of Congress includes Ralph Bellamy.
When was Library of Congress released and how long is it?
Library of Congress was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Library of Congress?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Library of Congress was composed by Alex North.