The Land
Synopsis
The least typical, least known, and most controversial of director Flaherty's films depicts a vast and vague territory across the southern and midwestern United States. Here, in the period between the Depression's end and the beginning of World War II, abandoned farmhouses line dusty roadways, and forgotten farm people had almost ceased to hope for a better life.
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April 1, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Flaherty
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Flaherty, Russell Lord, Frances H. Flaherty, Pare Lorentz
- Original Score
- Richard Arnell
- Original Title
- The Land
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 43m
- Production Studios
- U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Adjustment Administration, United States Film Service
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Flaherty
Robert Flaherty, Russell Lord, Frances H. Flaherty, Pare Lorentz
Richard Arnell
Robert Flaherty, Floyd Crosby, Irving Lerner
Helen van Dongen
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Flaherty
Writer
Russell Lord
Writer
Richard Arnell
Original Music Composer
Robert Flaherty
Director of Photography
Helen van Dongen
Editor
Robert Flaherty
Director
Frances H. Flaherty
Writer
Pare Lorentz
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Land
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What is The Land about?
The least typical, least known, and most controversial of director Flaherty's films depicts a vast and vague territory across the southern and midwestern United States. Here, in the period between the Depression's end and the beginning of World War II, abandoned farmhouses line dusty roadways, and forgotten farm people had almost ceased to hope for a better life.
Who directed The Land?
The Land was directed by Robert Flaherty.
Who stars in The Land?
The principal cast of The Land includes Robert Flaherty.
When was The Land released and how long is it?
The Land was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 43m.
Who composed the musical score for The Land?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Land was composed by Richard Arnell.