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Song of Freedom

The Outstanding British Attraction and Star of the Year
Aug 16, 1936 · 1h 13m
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Drama
Music

PLOT

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.

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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
Directed by J. Elder Wills

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Hammer Film Productions, British Lion Films
Country
GB

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