Men Of The Forest

Jun 30, 1952

1h 4m

★ 0.0

Overview

An African-American family in Georgia works to save money for a power saw. Includes depictions of timber harvest techniques and process. Film made in 1952 by the United States Information Service and intended for foreign audiences.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

American Film Producers

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Cast

Narrator

John Griggs

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Harry Hunter

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James Hunter

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Louis Hunter

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Mamie Hunter

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Men Of The Forest

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