The Cummington Story(1945)
The Cummington Story Synopsis
Produced by the U.S. Office of War Information, this short dramatizes the uneasy but ultimately hopeful integration of European war refugees into the small town of Cummington, Massachusetts. Narrated over silent images with a score by Aaron Copland, it blends documentary style and propaganda, underscoring both cultural tension and community acceptance.
The Cummington Story (1945) is a documentary and drama film directed by Helen Grayson, released on December 12, 1945 with a runtime of 20m. It stars Sidney Meyers and Clifton L. Sears. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Helen Grayson
- Writers:
- Helen Grayson, Larry Madison
- Producers:
- Frank Beckwith, Robert Riskin
- Cinematographer:
- Lawrence Madison
- Composer:
- Aaron Copland
- Production:
- United Films, United States Information Service
- Status:
- Released
The Cummington Story Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Helen Grayson, written by Helen Grayson and Larry Madison, produced by Frank Beckwith and Robert Riskin.
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The Cummington Story Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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The Cummington Story – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Cummington Story?
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The main cast of The Cummington Story (1945) includes Sidney Meyers and Clifton L. Sears. The film was directed by Helen Grayson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Cummington Story released?
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The Cummington Story was released on December 12, 1945 and runs for 20m.
Is The Cummington Story worth watching?
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The Cummington Story (1945) holds an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.