Going to Blazes!

1948 | 21 minutes | 5.8 ★ (5)

Going to Blazes!
  • Overview

    This Theatre of Life series short, produced with the cooperation of the Los Angeles Fire Department, emphasizes fire safety and fire prevention. It gives a behind-the-scenes look at the switching system used to dispatch the proper equipment to fires, as well as a look at life in the fire station and fire fighter training. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, Two-Reel.

  • Release Date

    24 April 1948

  • DirectingGunther von Fritsch
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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