Coal Face
Synopsis
1935 documentary about the hard working life of Welsh coal miners.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
São Paulo International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alberto Cavalcanti
- Screenplay & Story
- Alberto Cavalcanti, Montagu Slater
- Original Score
- Benjamin Britten
- Original Title
- Coal Face
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- GPO Film Unit
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alberto Cavalcanti
Alberto Cavalcanti, Montagu Slater
Benjamin Britten
Stuart Legg, Basil Wright, Humphrey Jennings, Harry Watt
William Coldstream
John Grierson
Department Leadership Roster
Alberto Cavalcanti
Director
John Grierson
Producer
William Coldstream
Editor
Alberto Cavalcanti
Writer
Montagu Slater
Writer
Benjamin Britten
Original Music Composer
Stuart Legg
Director of Photography
Basil Wright
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Coal Face.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Coal Face
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Coal Face about?
1935 documentary about the hard working life of Welsh coal miners.
Who directed Coal Face?
Coal Face was directed by Alberto Cavalcanti.
Who stars in Coal Face?
The principal cast of Coal Face includes W.H. Auden, Montagu Slater.
When was Coal Face released and how long is it?
Coal Face was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 11m.
Who composed the musical score for Coal Face?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Coal Face was composed by Benjamin Britten.