Polaris Action
Originally released in 1960. Polaris Action is a documentary film. directed by Hilary Harris. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Since June 1, 1960, the Committee for Nonviolent Action (CNVA) had been in New London and Groton, CT for Polaris Action, a summer-long campaign to disrupt the production of nuclear-armed submarines at General Dynamics: Electric Boat and to educate the public about the dangers of the nuclear arms race. Most participants traveled in from other places and, according to the Hilary Harris documentary Polaris Action (1960), included “men and women, old persons and the very young, ministers and atheists, ex-servicemen and conscientious objectors.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polaris Action about?
Since June 1, 1960, the Committee for Nonviolent Action (CNVA) had been in New London and Groton, CT for Polaris Action, a summer-long campaign to disrupt the production of nuclear-armed submarines...
Who directed Polaris Action?
Polaris Action was directed by Hilary Harris.
How long is Polaris Action?
Polaris Action has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).
When was Polaris Action released?
Polaris Action was released on January 1, 1960 in theaters.