The struggle of a poor black family against the forces of bigotry and hate in 1950's Chicago is augmented by the turmoil within the family itself. A riveting interpretation of Lorraine Hansbury's powerful play. Originally presented on PBS-TV's American Playhouse.
Starring:
Starletta DuPois
Lou Ferguson
John Fiedler
Danny Glover
Stephen Henderson
Studio: PBS, Monterey Home Video
Filmed: 1989 - Released: 1989
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