Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain (1943)

Description: The fourth of Frank Capra's Why We Fight series of seven propaganda films, which made the case for fighting and winning the Second World War. It was released in 1943 and concentrated on the German bombardment of the United Kingdom in anticipation of Operation Sea Lion, the planned German invasion.
Director: Frank Capra
Producer: frank capra
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User Reviews: Mostly Positive (base on 133 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 21:30:47
Genre: Documentary War
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Walter Huston
Frieda Inescort
John B. Hughes

User Reviews

charles chaplin
Excellent performances all around.
peter bogdanovich
Weak pacing made it drag in several places.
ray dennis steckler
The acting was inconsistent and sometimes awkward.
ray kellogg
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
howard hughes
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
walter shumway
Too many filler scenes that didn't move the story forward.
george archainbaud
A thrilling ride from start to finish. Couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
Jeff McCartney
Weak pacing made it drag in several places.
joseph green
Amazing movie! A must-watch for everyone.
joseph santley
A tedious experience that felt way too long.
busby berkeley
A promising premise, but the execution fell short.
law chi
Well-paced and consistently entertaining.
kenneth hartford
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
arthur davis
Too many filler scenes that didn't move the story forward.
jacques tourneur
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
leslie pearce
A strong, engaging story from start to finish.
michael caffey
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
john o'connor
The tone kept shifting and never settled.
michael r lawrence
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
richard brooks
One of the better films I've watched in a while.

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