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.
Featured Crew
- Director : Gordon Parks
- Producer : Gordon Parks
- Editor : George R. Rohrs
- Cast : Kyle Johnson,Alex Clarke,Estelle Evans,Dana Elcar,Mira Waters,Joel Fluellen,Malcolm Atterbury,Richard Ward,Russell Thorson,Peggy Rea,Carol Lamond,Kevin Hagen,Dub Taylor,Lynn Hamilton,Felix Nelson,Jimmy Rushing,Zooey Hall,E.G. Marshall,Jon Lormer
Cast
Newt
Marcus
Sarah
Kirky
Arcella
Uncle Rob
Silas Newhall
Booker Savage
Judge Cavanaugh
Miss McClintock
Big Mabel
Doc Tim Cravens
Spikey
Funeral Attendee
Jack Winger
Chappie Logan
Chauncey Cavanaugh
(uncredited)
McCormack
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Facts
Original TitleThe Learning Tree
Status Released
Release Information
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1969-08-06
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 47m
Production CompaniesWinger,Warner Bros.-Seven Arts
Genres
- Drama
- Crime
