Introduction

Racial bias in post-World War II America.

Outline

“Strange Victory” is about racial bias in post World War II America.

Following “Native Land” in Leo Hurwitz’ filmography, it uses some of the same techniques: dramatised scenes interspersed with scenes of compilation news reel footage, and scenes of evocative imagery.

An epilogue about the civil rights movement, added in 1964 makes the arc of the film more complete.

Production & Filming Details

• Director: Leo Hurwitz.
• Writer: Leo Hurwitz.
• Producer: Barney Rosset.
• Music: David Diamond.
• Cinematography: Peter Glushanok and George jacobson.
• Editors: Faith Hubley, Leo Hurwitz, and Mavis Lyons.
• Production: Target Films.
• Distributor: Brandon Films and Milestone Film and Video.
• Release Date: 24 September 1948 (US).
• Running Time: 77 minutes.
• Country: US.
• Language: English.

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