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Questions about All This and World War II

Short answers, pulled from the story.

Who directed the 1976 film All This and World War II?

Susan Winslow directed the 1976 film All This and World War II after being promoted from researcher to director role. She was only 24 years old when she took on the project following Terry Gilliam's refusal to direct.

When did the film All This and World War II premiere in theaters?

The film All This and World War II premiered at the Cinerama Dome in Los Angeles on the 11th of November 1976. Warner Bros. Pictures contributed a scene from Casablanca to the mix during this theatrical run.

What songs were used in the soundtrack for All This and World War II?

Elton John's version of Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds became a number one hit in the US and Canada while Rod Stewart's Get Back reached number 11 on the UK singles chart. Peter Gabriel made his solo recording debut singing Strawberry Fields Forever on this release.

Why was the film All This and World War II withdrawn from theaters?

Critics reacted negatively to the final product almost immediately and the film suffered financial losses at the box office during its run. 20th Century Fox withdrew the movie from theaters shortly after its debut due to these poor results.

How much money did it cost to produce All This and World War II?

The production budget totaled approximately $650,000 over the course of three years. Lou Reizner served as the musical director for the soundtrack arrangements while Wil Malone collaborated with him to create the backing sound.