Sunlight
Synopsis
A black man steals to afford to marry the woman he loves. After being released from prison, he returns in time to see his daughter's wedding.
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January 1, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Melvin Van Peebles
- Original Title
- Sunlight
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Melvin Van Peebles
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Melvin Van Peebles
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sunlight
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What is Sunlight about?
A black man steals to afford to marry the woman he loves. After being released from prison, he returns in time to see his daughter's wedding.
Who directed Sunlight?
Sunlight was directed by Melvin Van Peebles.
Who stars in Sunlight?
The principal cast of Sunlight includes Melvin Van Peebles, Ruby Edwards, Peter Fleischer, Effie Furnace, Charles Hartoz.
When was Sunlight released and how long is it?
Sunlight was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 9m.