Churchill and the Movie Mogul

Churchill and the Movie Mogul

7.3 | 2019-01-24 | Documentary War

Winston Churchill understood the power of films, but the true extent of his use of cinema as a propaganda tool is rarely explored. In 1934, one of Britain's most celebrated film producers, Alexander Korda, signed Churchill up as a screenwriter and historical advisor. It was the start of a unique collaboration. Churchill provided script notes for Korda's productions and penned an epic screenplay. When war broke out, their collaboration took on national importance. Korda was sent on a mission to Hollywood to help bring America into the war, with positive results. With access to previously undiscovered documents, this film documentary examines that mission and a friendship that underpinned a unique, creative partnership.

Featured Crew

John Fleet Director

Cast

Dilly Barlow
Dilly Barlow
Narrator (voice)
Charles Barr
Charles Barr
Himself
Stephen Fry
Stephen Fry
Himself
David Lough
David Lough
Himself
Greg Walker
Greg Walker
Himself
Ian Beyts
Ian Beyts
Churchill (voice)

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