Song of Freedom (1936)
The Outstanding British Attraction and Star of the Year
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.
Director: J. Elder Wills
Genre: Drama, Music
Runtime: 73 min
Release Date: August 16, 1936
Cast
- Paul Robeson - John 'Johnny' Zinga
- Elisabeth Welch - Ruth Zinga
- Esme Percy - Gabriel Donozetti
- Robert Adams - Monty
- James Solomon - Native Leader
- Tony Wane - Mandingo (as Ecce Homo Toto)
- Ronald Simpson - Mr. Blane, the Pianist
- George Mozart - Bert Puddick
- Jenny Dean - Marian
- Joan Fred Emney - Nell Puddick
Screenplay
- Philip Lindsay
- Fenn Sherie (Adaptation)
- Ingram D'Abbes (Adaptation)
- Michael Barringer
- Claude Wallace (Story)
Cinematography: Harry Rose, Thomas Glover
Editing: Arthur Tavares
Production: Hammer Film Productions, British Lion Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Opera Stage and Dramatic Arias, Soul Music and Diva Power, Musical Spectacle, Musician Biographies
Keywords
africa, musical, primitive civilisation, singer, 18th century, slave trade, 19th century, returning to roots, 20th century
More Films by Director: J. Elder Wills
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Song of Freedom about?
- 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.
- Who directed Song of Freedom?
- Song of Freedom was directed by J. Elder Wills.
- Who stars in Song of Freedom?
- Song of Freedom stars Paul Robeson, Elisabeth Welch, Esme Percy, Robert Adams, James Solomon, Tony Wane.
- How long is Song of Freedom?
- Song of Freedom has a runtime of 1h 13m (73 minutes).
- What genre is Song of Freedom?
- Song of Freedom is a Drama, Music film.
- Where was Song of Freedom produced?
- Song of Freedom was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of Song of Freedom?
- The themes of Song of Freedom include: Opera Stage and Dramatic Arias, Soul Music and Diva Power, Musical Spectacle, Musician Biographies.