Song of Freedom

Song of Freedom

The Outstanding British Attraction and Star of the Year

1936 · 73 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama, Music

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

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