
Diary of a Harlem Family
Synopsis
Presents Gordon Parks' photo-essay "A Harlem Family", framed by a filmed segment featuring Parks and the Fontanelle family and narrated by Parks.
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January 1, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Josef Filipowic
- Screenplay & Story
- Gordon Parks
- Original Title
- Diary of a Harlem Family
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Public Broadcasting Laboratory
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Josef Filipowic
Gordon Parks
Department Leadership Roster
Josef Filipowic
Director
Gordon Parks
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Diary of a Harlem Family.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Diary of a Harlem Family
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What is Diary of a Harlem Family about?
Presents Gordon Parks' photo-essay "A Harlem Family", framed by a filmed segment featuring Parks and the Fontanelle family and narrated by Parks.
Who directed Diary of a Harlem Family?
Diary of a Harlem Family was directed by Josef Filipowic.
Who stars in Diary of a Harlem Family?
The principal cast of Diary of a Harlem Family includes Gordon Parks.
When was Diary of a Harlem Family released and how long is it?
Diary of a Harlem Family was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 20m.




















