Song of Freedom

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.

Top Cast

Paul RobesonJohn 'Johnny' Zinga

Elisabeth WelchRuth Zinga

Esme PercyGabriel Donozetti

Robert AdamsMonty

James SolomonNative Leader

Tony WaneMandingo (as Ecce Homo Toto)

Ronald SimpsonMr. Blane, the Pianist

George MozartBert Puddick