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- Director
- A.A. Pienaar, Joseph Albrecht
- Original Title
- Die Bou van 'n Nasie
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- Afrikaans, English
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Director
A.A. Pienaar, Joseph Albrecht
Department Leadership Roster
A.A. Pienaar
Director
Joseph Albrecht
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Building of a Nation.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Building of a Nation
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Building of a Nation about?
The epic (and very costly) retelling of the history of South Africa from 1652 to 1910, made to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the Great Trek (1838)
Who directed The Building of a Nation?
The Building of a Nation was directed by A.A. Pienaar, Joseph Albrecht.
Who stars in The Building of a Nation?
The principal cast of The Building of a Nation includes Alfred Holtzer, George Vollaire, Valda Adams, Jack Bligh, C. de Wet Marais.
When was The Building of a Nation released and how long is it?
The Building of a Nation was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.