It Happened Here Again
It Happened Here Again

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It Happened Here Again

1976
Movie
48 min
English

The making of Winstanley (1975)

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Kevin Brownlow, Andrew MolloGenres: Documentary, History, War

Plot Summary

This documentary revisits the events and themes of the 1940 film 'It Happened Tomorrow', exploring the historical context and the propaganda surrounding the British experience during World War II. It delves into the production of the original film and its place within the propaganda efforts of the time. The documentary uses archival footage and interviews to examine the portrayal of national spirit and resilience.

Critical Reception

As a historical documentary focusing on propaganda and filmmaking, 'It Happened Here Again' is often praised for its insightful analysis of wartime cinema and its ability to contextualize historical events. It's considered a valuable companion piece to the original film and an important work in understanding British wartime propaganda.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a fascinating look at wartime propaganda and filmmaking.

  • Provides valuable historical context for the original 'It Happened Tomorrow'.

  • An insightful analysis of how cinema was used during WWII.

Google audience: Audience reception information is scarce for this specific documentary. However, its focus on historical analysis and documentary filmmaking suggests it would appeal to viewers interested in WWII history and cinema studies.

Fun Fact

The documentary features interviews with individuals who were involved in or experienced the events depicted and produced during World War II, providing firsthand accounts to complement the archival material.

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