Emma Mae
“She’s just off the bus from the deep South… and learning fast how to out-smart and out-tough the city just to stay alive… she’s EMMA MAE!”
Synopsis
A naive young woman moves from the South to stay with her aunt and uncle in Compton. As an outsider, she struggles at first to find her footing, but soon falls into the middle of a community of rebellious youth. She soon becomes more and more aware of the social injustices of the big city.
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Emma Mae (1976, trailer) [Jerri Hayes, Ernest Williams II, Malik Carter ]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-03-22
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Jerri Hayes
Emma Mae
Ernest Williams II
Jesse Amos
Charles D. Brooks III
Ezekiel 'Zeke' Johnson
Leopoldo Mandeville
Chay
Malik Carter
'Big Daddy' Johnson
Eddie Allen
James
Gammy Burdett
Daisy Stansell
Teri Taylor
Dara Stansell
Synthia Saint James
Ulika Stansell
Robert Slaughter
Devo
Eddy C. Dyer
Huari Stansell
Laetitia Burdett
Melik Stansell
Alicia Dhanifu
Belly Dancer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Atlanta, GA
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jamaa Fanaka
- Screenplay & Story
- Jamaa Fanaka
- Original Score
- H.B. Barnum
- Original Title
- Emma Mae
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Bob-Bea Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jamaa Fanaka
Jamaa Fanaka
H.B. Barnum
Stephen L. Posey
Robert Fitzgerald
Jamaa Fanaka
Department Leadership Roster
Jamaa Fanaka
Director
Jamaa Fanaka
Writer
Jamaa Fanaka
Producer
H.B. Barnum
Original Music Composer
Stephen L. Posey
Director of Photography
Robert Fitzgerald
Editor
Stephanie A. Bell
Costume Design
Maria Farmer
Costume Design
Beverly Ventriss
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Emma Mae
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What is Emma Mae about?
A naive young woman moves from the South to stay with her aunt and uncle in Compton. As an outsider, she struggles at first to find her footing, but soon falls into the middle of a community of rebellious youth. She soon becomes more and more aware of the social injustices of the big city.
Who directed Emma Mae?
Emma Mae was directed by Jamaa Fanaka.
Who stars in Emma Mae?
The principal cast of Emma Mae includes Jerri Hayes, Ernest Williams II, Charles D. Brooks III, Leopoldo Mandeville, Malik Carter.
When was Emma Mae released and how long is it?
Emma Mae was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Emma Mae?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Emma Mae was composed by H.B. Barnum.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Emma Mae?
Emma Mae holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).