Editing
Helen van Dongen
Born — Died
1909-01-05 — 2006-09-28
Known for
Editing
Credits
2 titles
Helen Victoria van Dongen (January 5, 1909 – September 28, 2006) was a pioneering editor of documentary films who was active from about 1925–1950. She collaborated with filmmaker Joris Ivens from 1925 to 1940, made several independent documentaries, and edited two of Robert Flaherty's films before retiring from filmmaking in her 40s.
Known for
7.5Commissioned to prepare Allied troops for the liberation of Europe, the film uses a blend of staged narratives and historical footage to promote solidarity and dispel the myth that France was a nation of willing collaborators.
A Salute to France
1944
A compilation propaganda film produced during the Spanish Civil War.
Spain in Flames
1937
Behind the camera
7.5Commissioned to prepare Allied troops for the liberation of Europe, the film uses a blend of staged narratives and historical footage to promote solidarity and dispel the myth that France was a nation of willing collaborators.
A Salute to France
1944
A compilation propaganda film produced during the Spanish Civil War.
Spain in Flames
1937