The Sun's Gonna Shine
Synopsis
A lyrical recreation of Lightnin’ Hopkins’ decision at age eight to stop chopping cotton and start singing for a living. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 2, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Les Blank
- Original Title
- The Sun's Gonna Shine
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Flower Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Les Blank
Department Leadership Roster
Les Blank
Director
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What is The Sun's Gonna Shine about?
A lyrical recreation of Lightnin’ Hopkins’ decision at age eight to stop chopping cotton and start singing for a living. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.
Who directed The Sun's Gonna Shine?
The Sun's Gonna Shine was directed by Les Blank.
Who stars in The Sun's Gonna Shine?
The principal cast of The Sun's Gonna Shine includes Lightnin' Hopkins.
When was The Sun's Gonna Shine released and how long is it?
The Sun's Gonna Shine was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 10m.