Krakatoa
Originally released in 1933. Krakatoa is a documentary film. directed by Joe Rock. At just 23 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Graham McNamee
Synopsis
Krakatoa is a 1933 American Pre-Code short documentary film produced by Joe Rock. The story describes how the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa on the island blew half of the large island into the air that produced a tsunami, and an air wave that was felt seven times around the globe. The eruption also emitted tons of dust that dimmed the sun all over the world for many months. It won the Academy Award in 1934 for Best Short Subject (Novelty).
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 23, 1933
92 years ago
Runtime
0h 23m
23 minutes total
User Rating
8.7/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Singapore
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Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Educational Films Corporation of America
- Educational Pictures
- Joe Rock Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Krakatoa about?
Krakatoa is a 1933 American Pre-Code short documentary film produced by Joe Rock. The story describes how the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa on the island blew half of the large island into the air that...
Who directed Krakatoa?
Krakatoa was directed by Joe Rock.
How long is Krakatoa?
Krakatoa has a runtime of 0 hours and 23 minutes (23 minutes total).
When was Krakatoa released?
Krakatoa was released on April 23, 1933 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Krakatoa?
The main cast of Krakatoa includes Graham McNamee.