An apocalyptic future war that could destroy the planet is explored in this silent film shot in 1937.An apocalyptic future war that could destroy the planet is explored in this silent film shot in 1937.An apocalyptic future war that could destroy the planet is explored in this silent film shot in 1937.
- Awards
- 23 wins & 9 nominations
Barbara Berjer
- Julie Weston
- (as Barbara Berger)
- Director
- Writer
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- TriviaThis 1937 silent independent movie was lost for eighty years. It only became known because of a on-line forum for movie fans. The film was discovered in the basement of the home of Richard Lyford in 2013 by his daughter. She then pursued having the film restored and released to the public. GT Recording did digital restoration. Music and video mixing was done by Clatter&Din (now Formosa Interactive Seattle). 8th Sense Productions released the movie in 2019.
- GoofsThe headline in the "New York Evening Star" is: EARTHQUAKE-WORLD WIDE, and the sub-head is: Shocks Felt on Both Continents! In 1937, no newspaper would use a headline that indicates there are only two continents. The paper would have used "Two" instead of "Both".
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As a filmmaker around the age Richard was when he made this mini epic, and also a big fan of classic films from the golden age of cinema, I really enjoyed this! You can see how the films and world events at the time really inspired Lyford to make this film and the overall style is very reminiscent of those classic serials of the 1930's, such as "Flash Gordon" and "Dick Tracy". From the great dramatic acting to the charming special effects, this is definitely a worth while watch! I won't spoil anything but the ending really caught me off guard and was a really nice surprise! I love watching 'homemade epics' and to see one from this era is a rare treasure!
- angus-lamont
- Jun 22, 2020
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- Runtime46 minutes
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