Children from Overseas
Jul 15, 1940 · 10m
Director
Stanley Hawes, Ruby GriersonOverview
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.
Cast of Children from Overseas
Crew of Children from Overseas
About Children from Overseas
What is Children from Overseas about?
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…
When was Children from Overseas released?
Children from Overseas was released on July 15, 1940.
How long is Children from Overseas?
Children from Overseas runs 10 minutes.
Who directed Children from Overseas?
Children from Overseas was directed by Stanley Hawes and Ruby Grierson.
Who is in the cast of Children from Overseas?
The cast of Children from Overseas includes Lorne Greene (Narrator).