Here Is Germany
Synopsis
A "know-your-enemy" propaganda film similar to "Know Your Enemy: Japan" and "My Japan", films about Japan with the same objective. It contains a history of the prelude to WW II, the death camps and other Nazi war crimes, and commentary on the character of the German people. Directed by Frank Capra, this film is in essentially the same format as his "Why We Fight" series. It was intended to be shown to American troops participating in the invasion and occupation of Germany. But by the time it was ready, events had overtaken it -- Germany was already well on its way to falling -- so the film was shelved. Although it is readily available for public-domain viewing on the Internet, it has never been widely distributed or shown.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Capra
- Original Title
- Here Is Germany
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Capra
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Capra
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Here Is Germany.
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Frank Capra (1897 - 1991)
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What is Here Is Germany about?
A "know-your-enemy" propaganda film similar to "Know Your Enemy: Japan" and "My Japan", films about Japan with the same objective. It contains a history of the prelude to WW II, the death camps and other Nazi war crimes, and commentary on the character of the German people. Directed by Frank Capra, this film is in essentially the same format as his "Why We Fight" series. It was intended to be shown to American troops participating in the invasion and occupation of Germany. But by the time it was ready, events had overtaken it -- Germany was already well on its way to falling -- so the film was shelved. Although it is readily available for public-domain viewing on the Internet, it has never been widely distributed or shown.
Who directed Here Is Germany?
Here Is Germany was directed by Frank Capra.
Who stars in Here Is Germany?
The principal cast of Here Is Germany includes Anthony Veiller.
When was Here Is Germany released and how long is it?
Here Is Germany was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 52m.