I Won't Play (1944)

In this Oscar-winning short film, a Marine, Joe Fingers, on a South Sea island during World War II, tells tales of the influence he's had on various personalities. In the words of one of his buddies, he's either the biggest liar in the world or the most important man in show business.

Released Nov. 11, 1944 18 min 7+

Genres: Drama, Music, Short

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