Children from Overseas
Synopsis
A WWII film about children evacuated from Britain and sent to Canada for their safety. The film begins in England with children seeking shelter as anti-aircraft guns roar outside. On their arrival in Canada, they are thrilled by the brightly lit cities, powerful Canadian trains, hot dogs and ice cream. They find, too, that instead of becoming Mounties or cowboys, they have to go to school. The closing sequence shows them learning to ski and skate and preparing for Christmas in their new homes.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stanley Hawes, Ruby Grierson
- Original Title
- Children from Overseas
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stanley Hawes, Ruby Grierson
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Stanley Hawes
Director
Ruby Grierson
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What is Children from Overseas about?
A WWII film about children evacuated from Britain and sent to Canada for their safety. The film begins in England with children seeking shelter as anti-aircraft guns roar outside. On their arrival in Canada, they are thrilled by the brightly lit cities, powerful Canadian trains, hot dogs and ice cream. They find, too, that instead of becoming Mounties or cowboys, they have to go to school. The closing sequence shows them learning to ski and skate and preparing for Christmas in their new homes.
Who directed Children from Overseas?
Children from Overseas was directed by Stanley Hawes, Ruby Grierson.
Who stars in Children from Overseas?
The principal cast of Children from Overseas includes Lorne Greene.
When was Children from Overseas released and how long is it?
Children from Overseas was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 10m.