Report from the Aleutians

1943 Documentary History War

A documentary propaganda film produced by the U.S. Army Signal Corps about the Aleutian Islands Campaign during World War II. The film opens with a map showing the strategic importance of the island, and the thrust of the 1942 Japanese offensive into Midway and Dutch Harbor. Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

Cast

ActorRole
John Huston Narrator (voice)
Walter Huston Voices of officers (voice)
Milton Ashkin Himself - USAAF Fighter Pilot (as Maj. Milton Ashkin)
Lyle A. Bean Himself - USAAF Fighter Pilot (as Lt. Lyle A. Bean)

Crew

RoleName
Director John Huston
Writer John Huston

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