African Jim

Name: African Jim
Director: Donald Swanson
Genre: Drama, Music
Released: 1949-10-23
Duration: 50 min
Cast: Daniel Adnewmah, Dolly Rathebe, Dan Twala, Samuel Maile, Woody Woodthorpe

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1949 · 50 min · Drama · Music · TMDB 9.0/10

Overview

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.

Directed by Donald Swanson

Cast

Daniel Adnewmah — Jim Twala
Dolly Rathebe — Judy
Dan Twala — Charlie
Samuel Maile — Pianist in club (as Sam Maile)
Woody Woodthorpe — Gang leader