Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light
Synopsis
Actor/director Sidney Poitier discusses his life and career. He tells of his upbringing in Jamaica; the difficulties he encountered in New York City at the start of his career; his involvement in the US civil-rights movement; and efforts to end apartheid in South Africa. Friends and acquaintances, as well as other performers, give their insights about what makes him so special.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lee Grant
- Screenplay & Story
- Prudence Glass
- Original Title
- Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lee Grant
Prudence Glass
Slawomir Grünberg
Prudence Glass, Mary Beth Yarrow
Department Leadership Roster
Prudence Glass
Producer
Lee Grant
Director
Prudence Glass
Writer
Mary Beth Yarrow
Producer
Slawomir Grünberg
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What is Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light about?
Actor/director Sidney Poitier discusses his life and career. He tells of his upbringing in Jamaica; the difficulties he encountered in New York City at the start of his career; his involvement in the US civil-rights movement; and efforts to end apartheid in South Africa. Friends and acquaintances, as well as other performers, give their insights about what makes him so special.
Who directed Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light?
Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light was directed by Lee Grant.
Who stars in Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light?
The principal cast of Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light includes Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant, Lady Kendal Isaacs, Norman Jewison, James Earl Jones.
When was Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light released and how long is it?
Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 55m.