Movie Description
The Giant of Norway
(1939)Overview
This short tells the story of Norwegian explorer and diplomat Fridtjof Nansen (1861-1930). After a life of adventure, he was instrumental in resettling tens of thousands of refugees and displaced persons resulting from World War I. He continued this work in 1922 after the war between Greece and Turkey. The film ends by reminding moviegoers to think of the plight of contemporary refugees caused by the fighting in Europe.
Featured Crew
- Director : Edward L. Cahn
- Producer : John Nesbitt
- Writer : Doane R. Hoag
- Editor : Mildred Rich
- Cast : John Nesbitt,Lumsden Hare,Hugh Sothern
Cast
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Facts
Original TitleThe Giant of Norway
Status Released
Release Information
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1939-06-24
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 00h 11m
Production CompaniesMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Genres
- History
