Children Must Laugh (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film
Released in 1936, Children Must Laugh is a documentary film directed by Aleksander Ford, running about 61 minutes.
What it’s about. One of the few surviving documentaries about Jewish life in Poland before World War II, this film was produced to raise funds for the Vladimir Medem Sanitarium, an institution that stood as the embodiment of health and enlightenment, in striking contrast to the grim images of urban Polish-Jewish poverty.
Who’s in it. Children Must Laugh stars A.L. Alexander as Narrator (US Version), David Dubinsky as Himself, Introductory Speaker (US Version) and B. Charney Vladeck as Himself, Introductory Speaker (US Version).
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Children Must Laugh page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Children Must Laugh (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Children Must Laugh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Children Must Laugh?
- Children Must Laugh stars A.L. Alexander, David Dubinsky and B. Charney Vladeck.
- When was Children Must Laugh released?
- Children Must Laugh was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.