Africa Speaks!
“The sound camera makes the dark continent give up its most amazing and closely-guarded secrets.”
Synopsis
Explorer Paul Hoefler leads a safari into central Africa and what was then called the Belgian Congo, in the regions inhabited by the Wassara and the famous Ubangi tribes.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 15, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter Futter
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter Futter
- Original Title
- Africa Speaks!
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Walter Futter Productions, Colorado African Expedition
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter Futter
Walter Futter
Walter Futter
Paul L. Hoefler, Walter Futter
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Futter
Director
Walter Futter
Writer
Walter Futter
Editor
Paul L. Hoefler
Producer
Walter Futter
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Africa Speaks!
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Africa Speaks! about?
Explorer Paul Hoefler leads a safari into central Africa and what was then called the Belgian Congo, in the regions inhabited by the Wassara and the famous Ubangi tribes.
Who directed Africa Speaks!?
Africa Speaks! was directed by Walter Futter.
Who stars in Africa Speaks!?
The principal cast of Africa Speaks! includes Harald Austin, Paul L. Hoefler, Lowell Thomas, Charles Gemora.
When was Africa Speaks! released and how long is it?
Africa Speaks! was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.