The World at War

Description

More than 35 years after its initial broadcast, THE WORLD AT WAR remains the
definitive visual history of World War II. Unsurpassed in depth and scope, its
26 hour-long programs feature an extraordinary collection of newsreel,
propaganda, and home-movie footage drawn from the archives of 18 nations,
including color close-ups of Adolf Hitler taken by his mistress, that present
an unvarnished perspective of the war s pivotal events. Penetrating interviews
with eyewitness participants from Hitler s secretary to Alger Hiss to ordinary
citizens who stood outside the battle lines add spine-tingling, first-hand
accounts to an already unforgettable viewing experience. Informative and
unbiased, THE WORLD AT WAR is the recipient of numerous accolades, including
an International Emmy Award, The National Television Critics’ Award for Best
Documentary, and knighthood for its creator, Sir Jeremy Isaacs. Narrated by
Academy Award winner Sir Laurence Olivier and painstakingly restored in 1080p
high-definition (with newly-created 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio tracks), this is
epic history at its absolute best. BONUS FEATURES: Bonus Documentaries: The
Making of the Series, Secretary to Hitler, The Two Deaths of Adolf Hitler,
Warrior, Hitler s Germany: The People s Community 1933-1939, Hitler’s Germany:
Total War 1939-1945, The Final Solution: Parts 1 and 2, and From War to Peace
Making the Series A 30th Anniversary Feature-Length Retrospective The
Restoring of THE WORLD AT WAR a brand-new feature detailing the meticulous
restoration process The Making of THE WORLD AT WAR Biographies Gallery of
Photos from the Imperial War Museum Collection Historical Footage Famous
Songs, Speeches, Quotes and Maps

Features:

Product Details:

• Genre: Military & War
• Format: Blu-ray
• Contributor: History, Various
• Language: English
• Runtime: 34 hours and 16 minutes
• Aspect Ratio ‏ : ‎ 1.78:1
• Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
• MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ Unrated (Not Rated)
• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 12.73 Ounces
• Item model number ‏ : ‎ WAW400B
• Director ‏ : ‎ History
• Media Format ‏ : ‎ Blu-ray
• Run time ‏ : ‎ 34 hours and 16 minutes
• Release date ‏ : ‎ November 16, 2010
• Actors ‏ : ‎ Various