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Tinker
Genres
DocumentaryDrama
Overview
Semi-documentary, focusing on the training young boys receive before they are sent down the mines on their first job.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
70 min
Release Date
1949-11-01
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
1
Vote Average
9
Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Derek Smith
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