Leaving Cleaver
Synopsis
In March 1997, social activist, former Black Panther, and author, Eldridge Cleaver sat down with Henry Louis Gates Jr. for a discussion of his life as a civil rights activist. It would be the last major interview Cleaver gave before his death in May 1998. This film draws on the 1997 interview, archival footage, and commentary from Cleaver's former wife Kathleen, as well as audio tapes of a 1975 interview that Gates did with Cleaver in Paris.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Screenplay & Story
- Henry Louis Gates, Jr., June Cross
- Original Title
- Leaving Cleaver
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Louis Gates, Jr., June Cross
June Cross
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Writer
June Cross
Writer
June Cross
Producer
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What is Leaving Cleaver about?
In March 1997, social activist, former Black Panther, and author, Eldridge Cleaver sat down with Henry Louis Gates Jr. for a discussion of his life as a civil rights activist. It would be the last major interview Cleaver gave before his death in May 1998. This film draws on the 1997 interview, archival footage, and commentary from Cleaver's former wife Kathleen, as well as audio tapes of a 1975 interview that Gates did with Cleaver in Paris.
Who directed Leaving Cleaver?
Leaving Cleaver was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Leaving Cleaver?
The principal cast of Leaving Cleaver includes Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Eldridge Cleaver, Kathleen Cleaver.
When was Leaving Cleaver released and how long is it?
Leaving Cleaver was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.