Archive Record
Metadata
TItle |
The Legend of John Henry |
Accession number |
MS2011.01 |
Object Name |
Moving Image Recording |
Series ID |
MS01.10.02.M004 |
Parent Object ID |
MS01.10.02 |
Collection |
David C. Driskell Papers |
Description |
The Legend of John Henry; Pyramid Films; 1974 According to the catalog of Pyramid Films, this film was made in 1974. According to Pyramid Films: "The black American folk hero, John Henry, pits his strength and skill against the dehumanizing force of the steam drill. Roberta Flack's moving interpretation of the well-known ballad adds dimension to a tribute to courage, dignity and achievement in the face of great odds. Academy Award Nominee, Best Animated Short." |
Level |
Item |
Date |
1974 |
Produced by |
Pyramid Films |
Location |
Oversize Moving Images Drawer |
Orignial Media |
16mm film |
Transfer Media |
.mov and .mp4 |
Quantity |
1 |
Media Transfer Date |
2019-02-22 |
Conditions Governing Access/Copyrights |
Format may prevent viewing. |