About this movie
Commissioned by the U.S. Office of War Information, this short film features conductor Arturo Toscanini leading the NBC Symphony Orchestra, tenor Jan Peerce, and the Westminster Choir in Verdi’s Inno delle nazioni. Originally composed in the 1860s as a musical tribute to Europe, Toscanini expanded the score to include The Star-Spangled Banner and The Internationale in honor of the Allied struggle and Italian partisans. Filmed in NBC’s Studio 8H, the documentary interweaves performance with scenes of Toscanini at home, emphasizing his anti-fascist stance and celebrating the liberation of Italy. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2010.
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Quick facts
Year
1944
Runtime
31m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 5.3/10
Votes
9
Genre
Music, Documentary
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Language
EN
Cast
short film
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Questions about Hymn of the Nations
How long is Hymn of the Nations?
Hymn of the Nations has a runtime of 31m ( and 31 minutes).
Who directed Hymn of the Nations?
Hymn of the Nations was directed by Alexander Hammid and released in 1944.
What genre is Hymn of the Nations?
Hymn of the Nations is a Music, Documentary film (1944).
Who stars in Hymn of the Nations?
The cast of Hymn of the Nations includes Arturo Toscanini, Jan Peerce, Burgess Meredith, Walfredo Toscanini, Knox Manning.
What is the TMDB rating for Hymn of the Nations?
Hymn of the Nations has a TMDB rating of 5.3/10 based on 9 votes.
