Roar of the People
Roar of the People

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Roar of the People

1941
Movie
117 min
Cantonese

A wartime drama set in Hong Kong during the Second Sino-Japanese War, when people fled to Hong Kong from Mainland China.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: John H. AuerGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

In this World War II drama, an American journalist travels to Manchuria to investigate rumors of German rearmament. He uncovers evidence of a secret Nazi U-boat base and must race against time to expose the truth before it's too late. Facing danger and betrayal, he finds unexpected allies in his struggle against the Axis powers.

Critical Reception

'Roar of the People' was a modest B-movie production that aimed to capitalize on the prevailing anti-Nazi sentiment of the era. While its propaganda message was clear, critical reception was generally lukewarm, with praise for its topicality but criticism for its predictable plot and formulaic execution. Audiences likely appreciated its patriotic fervor during wartime.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its timely anti-Nazi message.

  • Criticized for a formulaic and predictable storyline.

  • Seen as a serviceable, albeit uninspired, wartime propaganda piece.

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Fun Fact

The film was produced by Republic Pictures, known for its low-budget genre films, including many Westerns and serials, making this wartime drama a departure from their typical output.

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