Johannesburg: 'City of Gold'
Synopsis
This Traveltalk series short discusses how Johannesburg began as a farming community, but with the discovery of gold in the area, the city embraced mining as its primary industry. Native workers came to the area to train to be miners, and even after their work in the mines ended, many decided to remain in Johannesburg. The natives' music and dance are highlights.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 21, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
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- Original Title
- Johannesburg: 'City of Gold'
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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What is Johannesburg: 'City of Gold' about?
This Traveltalk series short discusses how Johannesburg began as a farming community, but with the discovery of gold in the area, the city embraced mining as its primary industry. Native workers came to the area to train to be miners, and even after their work in the mines ended, many decided to remain in Johannesburg. The natives' music and dance are highlights.
Who directed Johannesburg: 'City of Gold'?
Johannesburg: 'City of Gold' was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Johannesburg: 'City of Gold'?
The principal cast of Johannesburg: 'City of Gold' includes James A. FitzPatrick.
When was Johannesburg: 'City of Gold' released and how long is it?
Johannesburg: 'City of Gold' was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 8m.