Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story
“My story is: I believe.”
Synopsis
A single mother’s American Idol audition helps her rise above a history of poverty, sexual abuse, and illiteracy to achieve national prominence.
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Fantasia Barrino
Fantasia Barrino
Viola Davis
Diane Barrino
Loretta Devine
Addie Collins
Ashley LeConte Campbell
Ms. Windsor
Kadeem Hardison
Joseph Barrino
Chico Benymon
Rodney Birks
Jamia Simone Nash
Young Fantasia
JoNell Kennedy
Barbara
Cedric Pendleton
Johnny Lee
Julius Tennon
Mr. Emanuel
Thomas Tah Hyde III
Rico Barrino
Paula Abdul
Self
Debbie Allen
American Idol Auditionee in Sunglasses
Diana DeGarmo
Self
Simon Cowell
Self
Brandi Coleman
Valerie
Deanna Dawn
Ruby
Terrance Thomas
Young Tiny
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 19, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Debbie Allen
- Screenplay & Story
- Keith Glover, Fantasia Barrino
- Original Score
- Rickey Minor
- Original Title
- Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- LIFT Productions, Ostar Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Debbie Allen
Keith Glover, Fantasia Barrino
Rickey Minor
John Simmons
Department Leadership Roster
Debbie Allen
Director
Keith Glover
Writer
Rickey Minor
Original Music Composer
John Simmons
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story
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What is Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story about?
A single mother’s American Idol audition helps her rise above a history of poverty, sexual abuse, and illiteracy to achieve national prominence.
Who directed Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story?
Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story was directed by Debbie Allen.
Who stars in Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story?
The principal cast of Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story includes Fantasia Barrino, Viola Davis, Loretta Devine, Ashley LeConte Campbell, Kadeem Hardison.
When was Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story released and how long is it?
Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story was composed by Rickey Minor.
Is Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story based on a book or true story?
Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Fantasia Barrino".