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UNITED KINGDOM · 1939

The Lion Has Wings

Michael Powell
World War II Royal Air Force British propaganda Nazi threat Military defense
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Synopsis

This early, influential propaganda film blends documentary and studio footage to show the valiant efforts of the Royal Air Force to defend the British people against the Nazis.

Year1939
CountryUnited Kingdom
DirectorMichael Powell
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