Movie Description

The Topdog Diaries

(2002)

Overview

An intimate portrait of Suzan-Lori Parks, featuring actors Don Cheadle and Jeffrey Wright. The film shows the playwright’s process and how a play gets produced in behind-the-scenes footage of Topdog/Underdog in rehearsal and performance. It captures the play’s triumphant Broadway debut and traces Parks’ opportunities, challenges, and personal milestones during the production of her 2002 Pulitzer Prize winner.

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Facts

Original TitleThe Topdog Diaries

Status Released

Release Information

  • 2002-11-01

Original Language

Runtime 00h 54m

Production CompaniesITVS,Storyville Films