The Battle of Midway
(1942)
Directed by John Ford
this documentary has voice over from Henry Fonda, Verna Felton and
Ray Millard. We follow American troops on the island of Midway in the
lead up to the 1942 battle there.
Clearly this is
propaganda but it captures some impressive images from a pivotal
point in history. While the film is not a blow by blow account of the
battle it does show a very human side to war, focusing on the people
rather than events. Undoubtedly an important historical record and an
interesting watch.
4/5
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