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“What is the purpose of dying for one's country?”
A Russian flag bearer in World War II questions his will to fight. With a Russian flag as his weapon, he charges into machine guns. As war engulfs him, he must ask himself why he continues to wave his flag.
Director
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$200

Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.

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An American doughboy, stationed in France during the Great War, goes on a daring mission behind enemy lines and becomes a hero.