Food and Magic

Food and Magic (1943)

November 18th, 19430h 10min

War, Documentary, Fantasy
50%

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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