Savage Splendor
“Africa's wildest secrets in blazing color!”
Synopsis
The film tells of the Armand Denis/Lewis Cotlow expedition that had the two men cover 22,000 miles through Tanganyika, Belgian Congo, and British East Africa. The high points of their ten-month trip are an impressive elephant hunt by the Pygmies of Belgian Congo, the crowning of King Mbofe Mabiashe and the capture of a rhino.
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November 2, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Armand Denis, Lewis Cotlow
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Hansen
- Original Score
- Paul Sawtell
- Original Title
- Savage Splendor
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Armand Denis, Lewis Cotlow
Richard Hansen
Paul Sawtell
Joseph Braun
William P. Thompson
Armand Denis
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Braun
Director of Photography
Richard Hansen
Writer
William P. Thompson
Editor
Armand Denis
Director
Armand Denis
Producer
Lewis Cotlow
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Savage Splendor
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What is Savage Splendor about?
The film tells of the Armand Denis/Lewis Cotlow expedition that had the two men cover 22,000 miles through Tanganyika, Belgian Congo, and British East Africa. The high points of their ten-month trip are an impressive elephant hunt by the Pygmies of Belgian Congo, the crowning of King Mbofe Mabiashe and the capture of a rhino.
Who directed Savage Splendor?
Savage Splendor was directed by Armand Denis, Lewis Cotlow.
Who stars in Savage Splendor?
The principal cast of Savage Splendor includes Lewis Cotlow, Armand Denis, Carr Hartley, King Mbofe Mabinshe.
When was Savage Splendor released and how long is it?
Savage Splendor was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Savage Splendor?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Savage Splendor was composed by Paul Sawtell.