Skip to content
Diary of a Harlem Family poster
8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb196820mUnited States of America

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.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

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

Director

Josef Filipowic

Screenplay & Story

Gordon Parks

Department Leadership Roster

Josef Filipowic

Director

Gordon Parks

Gordon Parks

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Diary of a Harlem Family.

Similar Titles to Diary of a Harlem Family

Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling

  • 9.0
  • 7.7
  • 7.0
  • 7.2
  • 5.1
  • 6.4
  • 6.4
  • 7.4
  • 5.8
  • 5.5
  • 5.6
  • 6.4
  • 6.2
  • 6.5
  • 5.6
  • 4.8
  • 6.3
  • 6.1
  • 5.2
  • 5.7

More Like Diary of a Harlem Family

Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.

7.4
7.2
7.6
6.4
6.1
7.1
7.3
6.8
5.9
7.4
7.0
6.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Diary of a Harlem Family

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

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.