Churchill's Island

Churchill's Island Synopsis

This classic propaganda film made during the Second World War was designed to strengthen ties between Canada and Great Britain and to ensure popular support for the war effort. The film focuses on the Battle of Britain. After the first German air strikes on British towns, England mobilizes. Churchill seeks aid from the countries of the Dominion, including Canada. We are witness to epic battles between the Royal Air Force and the Luftwaffe, and watch the Navy in its fight against the raiders of sea and sky and the coastal defense. While Allied ships are targets of German submarines, Canada plays a crucial role in securing a safe path for supplies to reach the besieged island. Churchill's Island was the first Canadian film to win an Oscar, which was also the first Oscar awarded to a documentary.