<p>Director Matthew Rice explores the truth behind the story of one of America's most popular folk heroes John Henry.  The documentary draws from Scott Reynolds Nelson’s book “Steel Drivin’ Man,” and exposes continued discrimination during Reconstruction.</p><p>https://www.cinemastlouis.org/ballad-john-henry</p>

Director Matthew Rice explores the truth behind the story of one of America's most popular folk heroes John Henry. The documentary draws from Scott Reynolds Nelson’s book “Steel Drivin’ Man,” and exposes continued discrimination during Reconstruction. https://www.cinemastlouis.org/ballad-john-henry

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