Harlem Is Heaven
“New York's Famous Cotton Club Entertainers”
Synopsis
Bill "Bojangles" Robinson made his movie acting debut in this 1932 film, featuring Putney Dandridge, James Baskett (Oscar winner for "Song of the South"), Cotton Club dancer Anita Boyer, Henri Wassell, Alma Smith, Bob Sawyer, and composer/bandleader Eubie Blake and his orchestra.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 26, 1932
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Irwin Franklyn
- Screenplay & Story
- Irwin Franklyn
- Original Score
- Shelton Brooks, Edgar Dorwell, Porter Grainger, Joe Jordan
- Original Title
- Harlem Is Heaven
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- Herald Pictures, Lincoln Productions Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Irwin Franklyn
Irwin Franklyn
Shelton Brooks, Edgar Dorwell, Porter Grainger, Joe Jordan
Charles Levine
Irving Yates
Department Leadership Roster
Irwin Franklyn
Writer
Irwin Franklyn
Director
Irving Yates
Producer
Charles Levine
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Harlem Is Heaven
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Harlem Is Heaven about?
Bill "Bojangles" Robinson made his movie acting debut in this 1932 film, featuring Putney Dandridge, James Baskett (Oscar winner for "Song of the South"), Cotton Club dancer Anita Boyer, Henri Wassell, Alma Smith, Bob Sawyer, and composer/bandleader Eubie Blake and his orchestra.
Who directed Harlem Is Heaven?
Harlem Is Heaven was directed by Irwin Franklyn.
Who stars in Harlem Is Heaven?
The principal cast of Harlem Is Heaven includes Bill Robinson, Eubie Blake, Putney Dandridge, James Baskett, Anise Boyer.
When was Harlem Is Heaven released and how long is it?
Harlem Is Heaven was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Harlem Is Heaven?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Harlem Is Heaven was composed by Shelton Brooks, Edgar Dorwell, Porter Grainger, Joe Jordan.