Question 1

Why was The Forgotten Village banned in New York?

Accepted Answer

The Motion Picture Division of the New York State Board of Education banned the film because of its depiction of childbirth and a scene showing a baby at its mother's breast.

Question 2

Which festivals recognized The Forgotten Village?

Accepted Answer

The film received a National Board of Review award in 1941 and was featured at the Venice Film Festival in 1949.

Question 3

What conflict does The Forgotten Village document?

Accepted Answer

The documentary examines the conflicts between the coming of modernization and the traditional culture of a small Mexican village.

Question 4

Who wrote and narrated The Forgotten Village?

Accepted Answer

John Steinbeck wrote the film, and Burgess Meredith served as the narrator.

Question 5

Who directed and produced The Forgotten Village?

Accepted Answer

Herbert Kline directed and co-produced the film with Alexander Hammid.

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