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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb20041h 29mUnited States of America

Up in Harlem

“In the mean streets of Harlem, there is no escape.”

Synopsis

An ambitious girl named Fay Mulberry desperately longs to get out of the drug-infested and violence-ridden New York neighborhood in which she lives. Bright and gifted with promise for a successful future, Fay finds her college hopes dashed when she starts to spend time with a charming drug dealer and is soon faced with a catastrophic turn of events that could forever impede her attempts at success.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 2, 2004

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Paul E. Eliacin
Screenplay & Story
Paul E. Eliacin
Original Title
Up in Harlem
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 29m
Production Studios
Pololo Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Paul E. Eliacin

Screenplay & Story

Paul E. Eliacin

Director of Photography

Brendan Flynt

Film Editing

Drina Lessard

Producers

Paul E. Eliacin

Department Leadership Roster

Paul E. Eliacin

Director

Paul E. Eliacin

Writer

Drina Lessard

Editor

Brendan Flynt

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Up in Harlem.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Up in Harlem

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

What is Up in Harlem about?

An ambitious girl named Fay Mulberry desperately longs to get out of the drug-infested and violence-ridden New York neighborhood in which she lives. Bright and gifted with promise for a successful future, Fay finds her college hopes dashed when she starts to spend time with a charming drug dealer and is soon faced with a catastrophic turn of events that could forever impede her attempts at success.

Who directed Up in Harlem?

Up in Harlem was directed by Paul E. Eliacin.

Who stars in Up in Harlem?

The principal cast of Up in Harlem includes Ice-T, Vaughn Harper, Milira Jones, Mad Lion, Crazy Sam.

When was Up in Harlem released and how long is it?

Up in Harlem was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.