Cinetrā
Cinetrā
Cinetrā
Over a single, pivotal Saturday in 1930s Harlem, 14-year-old John Grimes wrestles with his religious calling and his fraught relationship with his abusive, hypocritical stepfather, Gabriel. Extended flashbacks explore the oppressive Southern past and personal histories of John's mother, his aunt, and Gabriel, ultimately illuminating the generational trauma and complex family secrets that shape his life.
Cast: Paul Winfield, James Bond III, Olivia Cole, Rodrick F. Wimberly, Rosalind Cash, Rose Weaver, Desiree Coleman, Giancarlo Esposito, Linda Hopkins, Douglas Turner Ward, Ruby Dee, Ving Rhames, Joy A. Aaron, CCH Pounder, Alfre Woodard, Kadeem Hardison, Lou Walker, Dan Biggers
Writer: James Baldwin (Novel)
Cinematographer: Hiro Narita
Editor: Jay Freund
Composer: Webster Lewis
Direction team: Charlene Webb (Script Supervisor)
Producer: Calvin Skaggs
Production: Learning in Focus, American Playhouse
