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We Do It Because (1942)

Movie ★ 6.5 10 min

History

This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short explores the origins of various customs such as shaking hands, kissing, and why ships are christened.

Basil Wrangell Director Douglas Foster Writer

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Quick facts

Released
January 24, 1942
Runtime
10 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0143998
Language

Cast

John Nesbitt John Nesbitt Narrator (voice) Mark Daniels Mark Daniels Nancy's Husband (uncredited) Ava Gardner Ava Gardner Lucretia Borgia (uncredited) Tom Herbert Man Dining with Lucretia Borgia (uncredited) Mitchell Lewis Mitchell Lewis Officer on Santa Maria (uncredited) Dorothy Morris Dorothy Morris Nancy (uncredited) Dick Rich Dick Rich Mutinous Sailor (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is We Do It Because about?
This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short explores the origins of various customs such as shaking hands, kissing, and why ships are christened.
Who directed We Do It Because?
We Do It Because was directed by Basil Wrangell.
Who stars in We Do It Because?
We Do It Because stars John Nesbitt, Mark Daniels, Ava Gardner, Tom Herbert.
When was We Do It Because released?
We Do It Because is a 1942 history film.
Where can I watch We Do It Because?
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