We Home Toilers
We Home Toilers

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We Home Toilers

1942
Movie
90 min
Swedish

The stern, but kind-hearted, Kristiana from the country takes place as a maid with the Larsson family in Stockholm, previously (in)famous for its rapid turnover of housemaids.

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Director: Alexander HammidGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

This short documentary offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary American workers during World War II, highlighting their contributions to the war effort on the home front. It showcases various industries and the dedication of the people powering them. The film aims to boost morale and underscore the importance of domestic production in achieving victory.

Critical Reception

As a wartime propaganda and morale-building film, 'We Home Toilers' was likely viewed positively by its intended audience and government officials for its patriotic message. Contemporary reviews, if they exist, would likely focus on its effectiveness in conveying its message rather than artistic merit.

What Reviewers Say

  • A patriotic look at American laborers during wartime.

  • Highlights the essential role of the home front in the war effort.

  • A piece of historical propaganda designed to inspire.

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Fun Fact

The film was produced by the U.S. Office of War Information, which was responsible for coordinating wartime propaganda and public information efforts.

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