John Rhys-Davies
Veteran actor John Rhys-Davies explores his Welsh ancestry and discovers a dramatic story of bravery and sacrifice in the coal mines of Carmarthenshire.
Veteran Hollywood actor John Rhys-Davies, star of over 100 movies from Lord of the Rings to Indiana Jones makes an emotional journey to his childhood home of Ammanford in South Wales in search of his Welsh ancestry. He's determined to uncover the story of his grandfather William's life, discovering a dramatic story of bravery and sacrifice in the coal mines of Carmarthenshire.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Producer | Geoff Evans |
| Director | Geoff Evans |
| Executive Producer | Paul Llewelyn Lewis |
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