Below the Sahara
Synopsis
The photographic record of an African expedition led by producer-explorer Armand Denis and his (very) photogenic and camera-toting wife Michaela, who goes bird-riding at an ostrich farm. The expedition ranges from the central interior jungles and mountains to both coasts and as far south as Capetown, and ends with a gorilla hunt led by natives using 100-year-old muskets.
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May 30, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Armand Denis
- Screenplay & Story
- Burton Benjamin, Jerome Brondfield
- Original Score
- Paul Sawtell
- Original Title
- Below the Sahara
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Armand Denis
Burton Benjamin, Jerome Brondfield
Paul Sawtell
David Cooper
Armand Denis
Department Leadership Roster
Armand Denis
Director
Burton Benjamin
Writer
Jerome Brondfield
Writer
Armand Denis
Producer
David Cooper
Editor
Paul Sawtell
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Below the Sahara.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Below the Sahara
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What is Below the Sahara about?
The photographic record of an African expedition led by producer-explorer Armand Denis and his (very) photogenic and camera-toting wife Michaela, who goes bird-riding at an ostrich farm. The expedition ranges from the central interior jungles and mountains to both coasts and as far south as Capetown, and ends with a gorilla hunt led by natives using 100-year-old muskets.
Who directed Below the Sahara?
Below the Sahara was directed by Armand Denis.
Who stars in Below the Sahara?
The principal cast of Below the Sahara includes Armand Denis, Michaela Denis, Carr Hartley, Raymond Hook.
When was Below the Sahara released and how long is it?
Below the Sahara was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Below the Sahara?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Below the Sahara was composed by Paul Sawtell.