Canada / Jul 15, 1940
Children from Overseas (1940)
Directed by Stanley Hawes, Ruby Grierson
10minruntime
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Plot
A WWII film about children evacuated from Britain and sent to Canada for their safety. The film begins in England with children seeking shelter as anti-aircraft guns roar outside. On their arrival in Canada, they are thrilled by the brightly lit cities, powerful Canadian trains, hot dogs and ice cream. They find, too, that instead of becoming Mounties or cowboys, they have to go to school. The closing sequence shows them learning to ski and skate and preparing for Christmas in their new homes.
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Documentary
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Children from Overseas |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | Canada |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | ONF | NFB |
| Official site | nfb.ca |
| Release date | 15 luglio 1940 |
| Assistant directors | Stanley Hawes, Ruby Grierson |
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