The Legend of John Henry (1974) [Short]

USA (MIFF1975)
Director: Sam Weiss

This is the story of John Henry, a black American folk hero. In the Big Ben Tunnel, he pitted his strength in competition with the new-fangled steam drill, driving the steel bit into rock with his huge hammer. John Henry drove through the mountain first, but died as he broke through.

Gold Medal and Jury Prize, Atlanta. Second Prize, Zagreb. Trophy of the Asturias, Gijon.

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