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195729mUnited States of America

A Time for Freedom

Synopsis

This documentary features footage from the "Prayer Pilgrimage for Freedom," a civil rights demonstration at the Lincoln Memorial on May 17, 1957. It also includes interviews with attendees, and scenes from the Montgomery bus boycott, Harlem, New York, and segregated areas in the South.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1957

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Carl Lerner
Screenplay & Story
Gerda Lerner
Original Title
A Time for Freedom
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
29m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Carl Lerner

Screenplay & Story

Gerda Lerner

Director of Photography

Al Burney

Film Editing

Peggy Lawson, John Schultz

Producers

Carl Lerner

Department Leadership Roster

Carl Lerner

Director

Gerda Lerner

Writer

Carl Lerner

Producer

Peggy Lawson

Editor

John Schultz

Editor

Al Burney

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Time for Freedom.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Time for Freedom

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

What is A Time for Freedom about?

This documentary features footage from the "Prayer Pilgrimage for Freedom," a civil rights demonstration at the Lincoln Memorial on May 17, 1957. It also includes interviews with attendees, and scenes from the Montgomery bus boycott, Harlem, New York, and segregated areas in the South.

Who directed A Time for Freedom?

A Time for Freedom was directed by Carl Lerner.

Who stars in A Time for Freedom?

The principal cast of A Time for Freedom includes Muriel Rahn.

When was A Time for Freedom released and how long is it?

A Time for Freedom was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 29m.