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The Children Must Learn

January 1, 1940 0h 13m

Originally released in 1940. The Children Must Learn is a documentary film. directed by Willard Van Dyke. At just 13 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Myron McCormick

Synopsis

Documentary profiling an Appalachian farming family struggling to scrape out a living. Link­ing education and economic development, The Children Must Learn suggests that better schooling, especially in agricultural techniques, would bring improvement.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1940 86 years ago
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Runtime 0h 13m 13 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Educational Film Institute of New York University

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Children Must Learn about?

Documentary profiling an Appalachian farming family struggling to scrape out a living. Link­ing education and economic development, The Children Must Learn suggests that better schooling, especial...

Who directed The Children Must Learn?

The Children Must Learn was directed by Willard Van Dyke.

How long is The Children Must Learn?

The Children Must Learn has a runtime of 0 hours and 13 minutes (13 minutes total).

When was The Children Must Learn released?

The Children Must Learn was released on January 1, 1940 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Children Must Learn?

The main cast of The Children Must Learn includes Myron McCormick.