A new three-part documentary series examines the significant role that cinema played during World War II, highlighting how the film industry engaged with the conflict in real time. As the war unfolded, movies became a vital tool for both Allied and Axis powers, serving to boost public morale and function as a means of propaganda.

The series begins by focusing on the early years of the war, showcasing notable films such as "The Lion Has Wings" (1939). Produced by Alexander Korda’s company, this film portrayed the Royal Air Force’s efforts and was widely regarded as a powerful morale booster. Its impact was such that Adolf Hitler reportedly considered bombing the studio responsible for its production.

Beyond propaganda, the series also addresses how cinema documented and revealed the atrocities of the Holocaust. It explores the shifting role of film from straightforward morale-boosting content to a medium confronting the brutal realities of the conflict.

By tracing the development of wartime cinema, the series provides insight into the complex relationship between film and global conflict, illustrating how the medium was harnessed to influence public perception, document history, and respond to one of the most devastating wars in modern history.