About this movie
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.
Quick facts
Year
1953
Runtime
8m
Genre
Documentary
Language
EN
Cast
johannesburg, south africa
travelogue
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Questions about Johannesburg: 'City of Gold'
How long is Johannesburg: 'City of Gold'?
Johannesburg: 'City of Gold' has a runtime of 8m ( and 8 minutes).
What genre is Johannesburg: 'City of Gold'?
Johannesburg: 'City of Gold' is a Documentary film (1953).
Who stars in Johannesburg: 'City of Gold'?
The cast of Johannesburg: 'City of Gold' includes James A. FitzPatrick.
