“The House I Live In” is a 1945 American short film directed by Mervyn LeRoy and starring Frank Sinatra. The film was created to promote religious tolerance and unity in post-World War II America. Sinatra, playing himself, steps outside a recording studio for a break and encounters a group of boys chasing another boy due to his religion. He intervenes, delivering a heartfelt speech about equality and the importance of acceptance. The film concludes with Sinatra singing the title song, reinforcing its message of unity. It won an Honorary Academy Award and was later selected for preservation in the U.S. National Film Registry for its cultural significance
Credits: Director: Mervyn LeRoy Producer: Frank Ross, Mervyn LeRoy Starring: Frank Sinatra Screenplay: Albert Maltz Cinematography: Robert De Grasse
