Vesuvius Express
Originally released in 1953. Vesuvius Express is a documentary film. directed by Otto Lang. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The first travelogue released by Twentieth Century-Fox in CinemaScope, produced and directed by Otto Lang, is a photographic record of a journey from Milan to Naples, through Florence and Rome, on a streamlined passenger train. En route, the film takes time out in the cities mentioned to take a look at the landmarks -- past and present -- with the climax on the edge of Vesuvius' smoldering crater. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 16, 1953
72 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vesuvius Express about?
The first travelogue released by Twentieth Century-Fox in CinemaScope, produced and directed by Otto Lang, is a photographic record of a journey from Milan to Naples, through Florence and Rome, on ...
Who directed Vesuvius Express?
Vesuvius Express was directed by Otto Lang.
How long is Vesuvius Express?
Vesuvius Express has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was Vesuvius Express released?
Vesuvius Express was released on December 16, 1953 in theaters.