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I Be Done Been Was Is

Synopsis

A documentary about four African-American comediennes set in 1984. Restored in 2021 by the Academy Film Archive. 

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1983

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Debra J. Robinson
Original Title
I Be Done Been Was Is
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
58m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Debra J. Robinson

Department Leadership Roster

Debra J. Robinson

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for I Be Done Been Was Is.

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Frequently Asked Questions About I Be Done Been Was Is

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

What is I Be Done Been Was Is about?

A documentary about four African-American comediennes set in 1984. Restored in 2021 by the Academy Film Archive. 

Who directed I Be Done Been Was Is?

I Be Done Been Was Is was directed by Debra J. Robinson.

Who stars in I Be Done Been Was Is?

The principal cast of I Be Done Been Was Is includes Alice Arthur, Jane Galvin Lewis, Rhonda Hansome, Marsha Warfield.

When was I Be Done Been Was Is released and how long is it?

I Be Done Been Was Is was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 58m.