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Director:
Robert Thompson
Writer:
Ouida Sebestyen (book)
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Genre:
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Plot:
The only black family living in a small midwestern town at the turn of the century confront prejudice, as seen through the eyes of the young daughter. | add synopsis
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Awards:
Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys. Another 1 win & 2 nominations more

Cast

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Ed Call ... Haney
Leo Geter ... Tater

Robert Hooks ... Ben Sills
Charlotte Rae ... Mary Tom Chism
Fran Robinson ... Lena
Mary Ellen Thomas ... Mrs. Starnes

Alfre Woodard ... Claudie
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Also Known As:
Wonderworks: Words by Heart (USA) (series title)
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Runtime:
120 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.33 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Mono
Company:
WonderWorks more

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