The Corn Is in Danger

The Corn Is in Danger 1945

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Kornet er i fare is a Danish documentary short warning farmers about destructive corn weevils, released under Nazi occupation. Blending live action with animation and humorous narration, it depicts the pests as invaders in a military-style battle and advises preventive measures. While officially Nazi-approved, the film was widely interpreted—and perhaps intended—as an allegory of Danish resistance against the occupiers. It premiered on April 1, 1945.

  • Released: 1945-04-01
  • Runtime: 9 minutes
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Stars: Karl Hasselbalch
  • Director: Hagen Hasselbalch