Who's Superstitious? (1943)
• January 2nd, 1943 • 0h 11min
Documentary
Overview
This short film examines the origins of several superstitions including crossing your fingers, knocking on wood, rabbit's feet, and breaking champagne bottles to christen ships, plus the role of superstitions in the Flying Dutchman tale.
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