Why We Fight: Prelude to War (1942)
Description: The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies
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.
Director: Frank Capra
Producer: frank capra
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed to Positive (base on 206 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 19:22:19
Genre:
Documentary
War
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john ainsworth
The dialogue felt natural and well-written.
wallace worsley
Excellent performances all around.
howard hughes
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
richard thorpe
Disappointing and lackluster. Expected much more.
victor halperin
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
busby berkeley
The dialogue didn't feel natural.
virgil w vogel
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
freddie francis
Overall, a forgettable experience that I wouldn't recommend.
michael reeves
The story felt flat and lacked momentum.
demofilo fidani
Well-paced and consistently entertaining.
robert g vignola
I found it difficult to stay invested.
ray dennis steckler
Poorly executed with weak performances.
giorgio simonelli
A tedious experience that felt way too long.
albert parker
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
fred c newmeyer
A promising premise, but the execution fell short.
clyde bruckman
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
marc b ray
Excellent performances all around.
anatole litvak
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
riccardo freda
Excellent performances all around.
joseph m newman
Great chemistry between the leads.