Song of Freedom (1936)

Director: J. Elder Wills

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.

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

Jenny Dean

Marian

Joan Fred Emney

Nell Puddick