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The Present with a Future (1943)

3 min  -  Short  -   1 December 1943 (USA)
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In a short scene a mother explains to her children, Jenny and Billy, why they received war bonds as Christmas presents... See full summary »

Director:

Vincent Sherman

Stars:

Bette Davis and Patti Hale
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Cast

Uncredited cast:
Bette Davis ...
Herself / Mother (uncredited)
Patti Hale Patti Hale ...
Jenny (uncredited)
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Storyline

In a short scene a mother explains to her children, Jenny and Billy, why they received war bonds as Christmas presents, even though the mother can afford to give them more expensive gifts. Davis then steps out of character and asks moviegoers to buy war bonds and stamps. Written by David Glagovsky <dglagovsky@prodigy.net>  

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Plot Keywords:

War Bonds | Christmas | Public Service

Genres:

Short

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

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Also Known As:

Warner Bros. War Bonds Trailer See more »

Company Credits

Production Co:

Warner Bros. Pictures See more »
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Sound Mix:

Mono

Aspect Ratio:

1.37 : 1
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Connections

Featured in Bette Davis: A Basically Benevolent Volcano (1983) See more »

Soundtracks

"Silent Night, Holy Night"
Written by Franz Gruber (music) and Joseph Mohr (lyrics)
Performed by studio orchestra See more »