Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man
Synopsis
A dramatised documentary which explores ghetto life as seen and felt inside Harlem, based on experiences of the Northside Centre for Child Development. Concerns a southern black adolescent boy’s reaction to ghetto life.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 25, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Irving Jacoby
- Screenplay & Story
- Irving Jacoby
- Original Score
- Billy Taylor
- Original Title
- Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Irving Jacoby
Irving Jacoby
Billy Taylor
Nicholas Meyers
Irving Jacoby
Department Leadership Roster
Nicholas Meyers
Editor
Irving Jacoby
Writer
Irving Jacoby
Director
Irving Jacoby
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man about?
A dramatised documentary which explores ghetto life as seen and felt inside Harlem, based on experiences of the Northside Centre for Child Development. Concerns a southern black adolescent boy’s reaction to ghetto life.
Who directed Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man?
Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man was directed by Irving Jacoby.
Who stars in Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man?
The principal cast of Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man includes Damien Leake, Larry Canaday, Alma Grady, Al Fann, Gertrude Jeanette.
When was Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man released and how long is it?
Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hitch: A Portrait of a Black Leader As a Young Man was composed by Billy Taylor.