The Town
Originally released in 1944. The Town is a documentary film. directed by Josef von Sternberg. At just 12 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Myron McCormick
Synopsis
The Town was a short propaganda film produced by the Office of War Information in 1945. It presents an idealized vision of American life, shown in microcosm by Madison, Indiana. It was created primarily for exhibition abroad, to provide international audiences a more well-rounded view of America, and was therefore produced in more than 20 translations. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1944
82 years ago
Runtime
0h 12m
12 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- U.S. Office of War Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Town about?
The Town was a short propaganda film produced by the Office of War Information in 1945. It presents an idealized vision of American life, shown in microcosm by Madison, Indiana. It was created prim...
Who directed The Town?
The Town was directed by Josef von Sternberg.
How long is The Town?
The Town has a runtime of 0 hours and 12 minutes (12 minutes total).
When was The Town released?
The Town was released on January 1, 1944 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Town?
The main cast of The Town includes Myron McCormick.