The Old South(1940)
The Old South Synopsis
This short film chronicles the importance of cotton to the economy and culture of America's Old South.
The Old South (1940) is a documentary and history film directed by Fred Zinnemann, released on January 20, 1940 with a runtime of 11m. It stars Frank Whitbeck and George Lynn. Viewers rate it 5.6 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Fred Zinnemann
- Writers:
- Herman Hoffman
- Cinematographer:
- Jackson Rose
- Production:
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status:
- Released
The Old South Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Fred Zinnemann, written by Herman Hoffman.
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The Old South Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.6/10 from 7 ratings.
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The Old South – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Old South?
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The main cast of The Old South (1940) includes Frank Whitbeck and George Lynn. The film was directed by Fred Zinnemann. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Old South released?
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The Old South was released on January 20, 1940 and runs for 11m.
Is The Old South worth watching?
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The Old South (1940) holds an average rating of 5.6 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.