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Song of Freedom (1936)

Song of Freedom (1936)

Drama Music

The Outstanding British Attraction and Star of the Year

Release Date: 1936, August 16
Directors: J. Elder Wills
Countries: United Kingdom
Production: Hammer Film Productions, British Lion Films, British Lion Films
Cast: Robert Adams, Esme Percy, Paul Robeson, Arthur Williams, Elisabeth Welch, Ronald Simpson, Alf Goddard, Sydney Benson, George Mozart, Tony Wane, Jenny Dean, Joan Fred Emney

Overview:

John Zinga, a descendent of slaves, has an ancient medallion around his neck and a fragment of song passed down generations. He is an English dockworker with a magnificent voice and a yearning to learn his roots.

Keywords:

musical 18th century 19th century singer africa 20th century slave trade returning to roots primitive civilisation