Smile
“Love who you love, because life isn't guaranteed...”
Synopsis
The story of Gloria Carter in her youth, raising her children while coming to terms with her sexuality.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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JAY-Z - Smile ft. Gloria Carter
Type: Featurette • Published 2017-12-22
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 21, 2017
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Miles Jay
- Screenplay & Story
- Miles Jay
- Original Title
- Smile
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Color Collective, Blacksmith Pictures, Harbor Picture Company, Roc Nation, SMUGGLER
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Miles Jay
Miles Jay
Stuart Winecoff
Ben Jordan
Saul Germaine
Department Leadership Roster
Miles Jay
Director
Miles Jay
Writer
Saul Germaine
Producer
Stuart Winecoff
Director of Photography
Akin McKenzie
Production Design
Miyako Bellizzi
Costume Design
Ben Jordan
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smile
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What is Smile about?
The story of Gloria Carter in her youth, raising her children while coming to terms with her sexuality.
Who directed Smile?
Smile was directed by Miles Jay.
Who stars in Smile?
The principal cast of Smile includes Dominique Fishback, Gloria Carter, Isa Laborde, Taylor Thomas, Guy Lockard.
When was Smile released and how long is it?
Smile was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 9m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Smile?
Smile holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).