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Churchill and the Movie Mogul

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.

Credits

Churchill and the Movie Mogul Cast

Name Character
Stephen Fry He was 62, now 67 years old as Himself
Corey Johnson He was 58, now 63 years old as Additional Voices
John Standing He was 85, now 90 years old as Additional Voices
David Thomson He was 62, now 67 years old as Himself
Dilly Barlow as Narrator (voice)

Churchill and the Movie Mogul Crew

Name Department
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Churchill and the Movie Mogul (5 years)

  • Release day: Thursday, January 24, 2019
  • Runtime: 59 minutes