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3.8 / 10(4 votes)IMDb19651h 23mUnited States of America

High Yellow

“The Explosive Story of the Year”

Synopsis

Cynthia Wood, a 17-year-old, light-skinned black girl, tries to pass off as white after getting hired of a wealthy movie magnate Mr. Langley who has family problems with his spoiled wife and his promiscuous teenage daughter and son.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 4, 1965

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Larry Buchanan
Screenplay & Story
Larry Buchanan
Original Title
High Yellow
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 23m
Production Studios
Thunder, Dinero Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Larry Buchanan

Screenplay & Story

Larry Buchanan

Director of Photography

R. Shields Mitchell

Producers

Clyde Knudsen

Department Leadership Roster

Larry Buchanan

Larry Buchanan

Director

Larry Buchanan

Larry Buchanan

Writer

R. Shields Mitchell

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for High Yellow.

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Frequently Asked Questions About High Yellow

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is High Yellow about?

Cynthia Wood, a 17-year-old, light-skinned black girl, tries to pass off as white after getting hired of a wealthy movie magnate Mr. Langley who has family problems with his spoiled wife and his promiscuous teenage daughter and son.

Who directed High Yellow?

High Yellow was directed by Larry Buchanan.

Who stars in High Yellow?

The principal cast of High Yellow includes Cynthia Hull, Warren Hammack, Annabelle Weenick, Bob Brown, Kay Taylor.

When was High Yellow released and how long is it?

High Yellow was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.