Going to Blazes!
Originally released in 1948. Going to Blazes! is a documentary film. directed by Gunther von Fritsch. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This Theatre of Life series short, produced with the cooperation of the Los Angeles Fire Department, emphasizes fire safety and fire prevention. It gives a behind-the-scenes look at the switching system used to dispatch the proper equipment to fires, as well as a look at life in the fire station and fire fighter training. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, Two-Reel.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fact Film Organization
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Going to Blazes! about?
This Theatre of Life series short, produced with the cooperation of the Los Angeles Fire Department, emphasizes fire safety and fire prevention. It gives a behind-the-scenes look at the switching s...
Who directed Going to Blazes!?
Going to Blazes! was directed by Gunther von Fritsch.
How long is Going to Blazes!?
Going to Blazes! has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was Going to Blazes! released?
Going to Blazes! was released on April 24, 1948 in theaters.