Song of Freedom

Name: Song of Freedom
Director: J. Elder Wills
Genre: Drama, Music
Released: 1936-08-16
Duration: 73 min
Cast: Paul Robeson, Elisabeth Welch, Esme Percy, Robert Adams, James Solomon

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1936 · 73 min · Drama · Music · TMDB 6.0/10

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

Cast

Paul Robeson — John 'Johnny' Zinga
Elisabeth Welch — Ruth Zinga
Esme Percy — Gabriel Donozetti
Robert Adams — Monty
James Solomon — Native Leader