Why Korea?

Why Korea?

1950
30m
5.2

5.2/10

8 votes • View on IMDb
Overview

This film examines the reasons why the United States decided to engage in the Korean War. Scenes describe Russia's attempt to gain power following World War II (Korea included), and its refusal to allow free elections in the country. Footage shows Soviet-backed North Korean troops' movement into South Korea on June 25, 1950, the United Nations' response, and the armed struggle against both North Korean and later Chinese troops led by General Douglas MacArthur. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation in 2005.

Status: Released

Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Companies
20th Century Fox Fox Movietone News
Production Countries
United States of America

Quick Facts

Release Date December 31, 1950
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0043135

Cast

Joe King
Joe King

Narrator

Key Crew

Joseph Kenas
Writer
Edmund Reek
Director