Food and Magic (1943)
• November 18th, 1943 • 0h 10min
War, Documentary, Fantasy
Overview
A sideshow barker uses magic and visual aids to alert the public that proper food management is both a resource and a weapon that could be to America's advantage if conserved properly in winning the then current World War. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive, Academy War Film Collection, in 2008.
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