Henry Browne, an African American farmer, and his family are profiled in this film. The important job of a farmer during times of war is highlighted, specifically his efforts growing peanuts and cotton. This role is made even more poingnant when they visit the eldest son who is a cadet in the 99th Pursuit Squadron.
Henry Browne, Farmer (1942) is a documentary film directed by Roger Barlow, released on November 15, 1942 with a runtime of 11m. It stars Canada Lee. Viewers rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
Directed by Roger Barlow.
Average viewer score of 6.0/10 from 7 ratings.
Henry Browne is a farmer of forty acres of reasonably productive land that he ploughs with his two mules and with the help of his young son Henry. His wife tends a wide variety of vegetables that keeps them self-sufficient and their daughter does quite a good job rearing twenty-odd chickens that keeps them sorted for breakfast. On Saturday, they set off early for a trip to visit the eldest son who is a trainee…
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The main cast of Henry Browne, Farmer (1942) includes Canada Lee. The film was directed by Roger Barlow. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Henry Browne, Farmer was released on November 15, 1942 and runs for 11m.
Henry Browne, Farmer (1942) holds an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
