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Why Korea?

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1950-12-31
30m
English
Released
20th Century Fox

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This film examines the reasons why the United States decided to engage in the Korean War. Scenes describe Russia's attempt to gain power following World War II (Korea included), and its refusal to allow free elections in the country. Footage shows Soviet-backed North Korean troops' movement into South Korea on June 25, 1950, the United Nations' response, and the armed struggle against both North Korean and later Chinese troops led by General Douglas MacArthur. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation in 2005.

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About Why Korea?

This film examines the reasons why the United States decided to engage in the Korean War. Scenes describe Russia's attempt to gain power following World War II (Korea included), and its refusal to allow free elections in the country. Footage shows Soviet-backed North Korean troops' movement into South Korea on June 25, 1950, the United Nations' response, and the armed struggle against both North Korean and later Chinese troops led by General Douglas MacArthur. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation in 2005. Running 30 minutes.

Why Korea? Cast and Characters

The cast features Joe King (as Narrator). Their performances are a major reason Why Korea? has built such a passionate audience.

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Why Korea? runs for 30 minutes (about 0.5 hour).

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Why Korea? holds a 5.8/10 rating based on 9 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of Why Korea??

The main cast includes Joe King.

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Why Korea? was released in 1950.

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What is Why Korea? about?

Why Korea? is a Documentary English-language film. This film examines the reasons why the United States decided to engage in the Korean War. Scenes describe Russia's attempt to gain power following World War II (Korea included), and its refusal to allow free elections in the country. Footage shows Soviet-backed North Korean troops' movement into South Korea on June 25, 1950, the United Nations' response, and the armed struggle against both North Korean and later Chinese troops led by General Douglas MacArthur. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation in 2005.

When was Why Korea? released?

Why Korea? was released on December 31, 1950. It has a runtime of 30m. The film was produced by 20th Century Fox.

Who stars in Why Korea??

Why Korea? stars Joe King. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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