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Song of Freedom

Song of Freedom

The Outstanding British Attraction and Star of the Year

19365.61h 13m

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.

Directed by J. Elder Wills
Written by Philip Lindsay, Ingram D'Abbes, Fenn Sherie
Produced by Will Hammer
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Top Cast

Paul Robeson

Paul Robeson

John 'Johnny' Zinga

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Elisabeth Welch

Ruth Zinga

Esme Percy

Esme Percy

Gabriel Donozetti

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Robert Adams

Monty

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James Solomon

Native Leader

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Tony Wane

Mandingo (as Ecce Homo Toto)

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Ronald Simpson

Mr. Blane, the Pianist

George Mozart

George Mozart

Bert Puddick

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Jenny Dean

Marian

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Joan Fred Emney

Nell Puddick

Themes & Keywords

africamusicalprimitive civilisationsinger18th centuryslave trade19th centuryreturning to roots20th century

About Song of Freedom

Song of Freedom is a drama, music film released in 1936 exploring themes of africa, musical, primitive civilisation, singer, 18th century, slave trade. Directed by J. Elder Wills, it stars Paul Robeson, Elisabeth Welch, Esme Percy. 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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