Movie Description

The Learning Tree

(1969)

Overview

The story, set in Kansas during the 1920's, covers less than a year in the life of a black teenager, and documents the veritable deluge of events which force him into sudden manhood. The family relationships and enmities, the fears, frustrations and ambitions of the black teenager in small-town America are explored with a strong statement about human values.

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Facts

Original TitleThe Learning Tree

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1969-08-06

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 47m

Production CompaniesWinger,Warner Bros.-Seven Arts

Genres

  • Drama
  • Crime