Krakatoa

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Released April 23, 1933

Overview

Krakatoa is a 1933 American Pre-Code short documentary film produced by Joe Rock. The story describes how the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa on the island blew half of the large island into the air that produced a tsunami, and an air wave that was felt seven times around the globe. The eruption also emitted tons of dust that dimmed the sun all over the world for many months. It won the Academy Award in 1934 for Best Short Subject (Novelty).

Runtime

0h 23m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

Krakatoa


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Singapore
  • United States of America

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

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    Educational Films Corporation of America

    United States

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    Educational Pictures

    United States

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    Joe Rock Productions

    United States

Crew

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