Coal Face(1935)
Coal Face Synopsis
1935 documentary about the hard working life of Welsh coal miners.
Coal Face (1935) is a documentary film directed by Alberto Cavalcanti, released on June 3, 1935 with a runtime of 11m. It stars W.H. Auden and Montagu Slater. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 18 ratings.
- Director:
- Alberto Cavalcanti
- Writers:
- Alberto Cavalcanti, Montagu Slater
- Producers:
- John Grierson
- Cinematographer:
- Stuart Legg
- Composer:
- Benjamin Britten
- Production:
- GPO Film Unit
- Status:
- Released
Coal Face Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Alberto Cavalcanti, written by Alberto Cavalcanti and Montagu Slater, produced by John Grierson.
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Coal Face Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 18 ratings.
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Coal Face – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Coal Face online?
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Coal Face (1935) is currently available to rent or buy from BFI Player. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Coal Face?
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The main cast of Coal Face (1935) includes W.H. Auden and Montagu Slater. The film was directed by Alberto Cavalcanti. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Coal Face released?
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Coal Face was released on June 3, 1935 and runs for 11m.
Is Coal Face worth watching?
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Coal Face (1935) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 18 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.