This film provides a slice-of-life glimpse into black history as it follows a young boy named Cliff growing up in the segregated South.
The story begins in 1946, when Cliff is born. He is initially raised by his great-grandparents, who expose him to such things as a KKK rally to teach him about the racism blacks have to endure. When he's older, Cliff is reared by his great-aunt, and meets liberal whites such as Mrs. Maybry, who, since blacks are prohibited from entering the library, checks books out for them. But despite the omnipresent bigotry Cliff encounters, his life is also filled with rich childhood experiences, such as fishing trips and family picnics. And perhaps best of all, the young man is fortunate enough to be raised in a tight-knit family that finds its strength in unity.
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Run a Quick Search on "Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored" starring Al Freeman to Browse Related Products:Browse more products related to "Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored"Browse more products related to "Al Freeman, Leon and Tim Reid"ReviewChicago Sun-Times, 01/26/1997, p.29, "...Rarely has a film more movingly shown how people who work, live and pray together can find a common strength and self-respect....A film that is both an impressive physical production and a deeply moving emotional experience..." Entertainment Weekly, 09/20/1996, p.92, "...Unexpected simplicity....It does cover some uncharted ground." Variety, 01/08/1996, "...A sensitive memory film of the author's coming of age in the segregated South....Rich in incident and character..." Los Angeles Times, 01/26/1996, p.F1, "...A splendid and virtually unique film....A beautifully wrought film in all its aspects, ONCE UPON A TIME glows with an array of beautiful, selfless performances..." Title NoteA BET Pictures presentation of a United Image Entertainment production. Director Tim Reid was co-founder of United Image Entertainment. Release NoteDVD Features: Product NotesThis acclaimed portrait of the segregated South, circa 1946, emerges as a celebration of the warmth and spirit of the close-knit African American community that thrived despite horrible conditions. Adapted from the autobiographical novel by Clifton L. Taulbert. Winner, "Best Feature Film" at the Worldfest Houston Film Festival. If You Enjoy "Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored (DVD)", May We Also Recommend:Customer Reviews for "Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored (DVD)"There are no customer reviews yet. Be the first to write a review! Explore More Great Tower Sales & Specials
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