The Lion Has Wings (1939)
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.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Michael Powell
- Brian Desmond Hurst
- Adrian Brunel
- Alexander Korda
Writing:
- Ian Dalrymple
- Adrian Brunel
- E.V.H. Emmett
Stars:
Release Date: 1939-11-03
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- Country: GB
- Language: English
- Runtime: 76
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Wing Commander Richardson
Queen Elizabeth I (archive footage)
Mrs. Richardson
June
Briefing Officer
Pilot
Bobby
Schulemberg - German Air Chief of Staff
Controller
Holveg
Head of Observer Corps
German Bomber Chief
British Chief of Air Staff
Unnamed Character
Air Officer
Air Officer
Anti-aircraft Officer
Unnamed Character
Unnamed Character
Bill - Navigator
Unnamed Character
Seaman Receiving Information About German Activity
Civilian Observer Controller
Commentator
Controller
