1941 opera

"1941" is an American comedy film directed by Steven Spielberg, released in 1979, not an opera. It satirizes the chaos and absurdity during the early days of U.S. involvement in World War II, focusing on the panic in a small town after a false warning of an attack. The film uses slapstick humor, caricatures, and exaggerated situations to portray wartime hysteria, showcasing the humorous side of wartime paranoia. While called a "film," it adopts the style of a satirical comedy rather than a traditional opera.