Production Information
Quick Facts
| Release Date | November 5, 2020 |
| Status | Released |
| Language | EN |
The Ballad of John Henry
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Overview
This ambitious documentary by St. Louis-based filmmaker Matthew Rice analyzes how an ex-slave became one of America’s greatest tall-tale heroes: John Henry. Based on Scott Reynolds Nelson’s book “Steel Drivin’ Man,” the film provides a fresh perspective on the song and folk tale by exploring a myriad of related subjects, including the convict-lease program, an unjust legal system developed after the Civil War as a replacement for slavery.
Status: Released
Language: EN