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A Nation Is Born

September 8, 1947 0h 20m

Originally released in 1947. A Nation Is Born is a documentary film. directed by David Griffin. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

This RKO short, part of the "This is America" series, details (as much as possible in a 20-minute short) the transformation, following World War II, of the Philippine Islands, from a divided country of six languages and 80 dialects, into a unified democracy-loving nation. The story is told largely through the experience of Thomas Briggs, an Ohio school teacher, who, years before the Japanese invasion of WWII, began his efforts of bringing unity and the story of democracy to the Islands.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 8, 1947 78 years ago
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Runtime 0h 20m 20 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • RKO PathΓ© Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Nation Is Born about?

This RKO short, part of the "This is America" series, details (as much as possible in a 20-minute short) the transformation, following World War II, of the Philippine Islands, from a divided countr...

Who directed A Nation Is Born?

A Nation Is Born was directed by David Griffin.

How long is A Nation Is Born?

A Nation Is Born has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).

When was A Nation Is Born released?

A Nation Is Born was released on September 8, 1947 in theaters.