African Jim (1949)
Jim decides to leave his tribal area to seek his fortune in Johannesburg. As soon as he arrives, three gangsters mug him. When he regains consciousness, a friendly night watchman takes care of him. With the watchman's help, Jim gets a job in a nightclub as a waiter.
Director: Donald Swanson
Genre: Drama, Music
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: October 23, 1949
Cast
- Daniel Adnewmah - Jim Twala
- Dolly Rathebe - Judy
- Dan Twala - Charlie
- Samuel Maile - Pianist in club (as Sam Maile)
- Woody Woodthorpe - Gang leader
- Willie Nxumalo - Crook
- Victor Mkize - Mkize
- General Duze - Guitarist
- Alfred Komo - Comedy dancer
Cinematography: Ronnie Shears
Production: Warrior Films
Country: South Africa
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Donald Swanson
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is African Jim about?
- Jim decides to leave his tribal area to seek his fortune in Johannesburg. As soon as he arrives, three gangsters mug him. When he regains consciousness, a friendly night watchman takes care of him. With the watchman's help, Jim gets a job in a nightclub as a waiter.
- Who directed African Jim?
- African Jim was directed by Donald Swanson.
- Who stars in African Jim?
- African Jim stars Daniel Adnewmah, Dolly Rathebe, Dan Twala, Samuel Maile, Woody Woodthorpe, Willie Nxumalo.
- How long is African Jim?
- African Jim has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is African Jim?
- African Jim is a Drama, Music film.
- Where was African Jim produced?
- African Jim was produced in South Africa.