Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer
Synopsis
Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer is one of seven films in the "Were You There" series produced by Carol Lawrence (the others include The Black West, The Cotton Club, The Facts of Life, Portrait of Two Artists, Sports Profile, and When the Animals Talked). This film's story revolves around Bee Freeman's (the Sepia Mae West) and Lorenzo Tucker's (the black Valentino) recollections of their relationships with Micheaux and their perceptions of his character. Danny Glover plays the role of Oscar Micheaux, Richard H arder is shown as the young Lorenzo Tucker, and Janice Morgan portrays the vamp that was Bee Freeman in Shuffle Along.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert N. Zagone
- Screenplay & Story
- Carol Munday Lawrence
- Original Title
- Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert N. Zagone
Carol Munday Lawrence
Carol Munday Lawrence
Department Leadership Roster
Carol Munday Lawrence
Writer
Robert N. Zagone
Director
Carol Munday Lawrence
Producer
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What is Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer about?
Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer is one of seven films in the "Were You There" series produced by Carol Lawrence (the others include The Black West, The Cotton Club, The Facts of Life, Portrait of Two Artists, Sports Profile, and When the Animals Talked). This film's story revolves around Bee Freeman's (the Sepia Mae West) and Lorenzo Tucker's (the black Valentino) recollections of their relationships with Micheaux and their perceptions of his character. Danny Glover plays the role of Oscar Micheaux, Richard H arder is shown as the young Lorenzo Tucker, and Janice Morgan portrays the vamp that was Bee Freeman in Shuffle Along.
Who directed Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer?
Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer was directed by Robert N. Zagone.
Who stars in Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer?
The principal cast of Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer includes Danny Glover, Bee Freeman, Lorenzo Tucker.
When was Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer released and how long is it?
Oscar Micheaux, Film Pioneer was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 29m.