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African Jim

October 23, 1949 0h 50m

Originally released in 1949. African Jim is a drama/music film. directed by Donald Swanson. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Daniel Adnewmah, Dolly Rathebe, and Dan Twala

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 23, 1949 76 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country South Africa Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Warrior Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is African Jim about?

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....

Who directed African Jim?

African Jim was directed by Donald Swanson.

How long is African Jim?

African Jim has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was African Jim released?

African Jim was released on October 23, 1949 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in African Jim?

The main cast of African Jim includes Daniel Adnewmah, Dolly Rathebe, Dan Twala, Samuel Maile, Woody Woodthorpe.