The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman [DVD]
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“One of TV’s all-time best.” -Leonard Maltin The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman This highly acclaimed drama, based on the epic novel by Ernest J. Gaines, eloquently covers the story of the Black Experience – from the Civil War to the civil rights movement – all told from the memories of a fictional 110-year-old slave played by Cicely Tyson. Ms. Tyson’s tour-de-force performance, her most memorable, earned her an Emmy. All total this incredible made-for-TV film earned nine Emmys, including one for director Korty and one for Tracy Keenan Wynn’s intelligent script.
Aspect Ratio : 1.33:1
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
MPAA rating : NR (Not Rated)
Product Dimensions : 7.5 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches; 4 ounces
Director : John Korty
Media Format : Color, Closed-captioned, DVD
Run time : 1 hour and 52 minutes
Actors : Cicely Tyson, Eric Brown, Richard Dysart, Joel Fluellen, Will Hare
Studio : Classic Media
ASIN : B00007CVRO
Writers : Ernest J. Gaines, Tracy Keenan Wynn
Customers say
Customers consider this TV series one of their favorite films, praising Cicely Tyson’s winning performance as Jane Pittman. The movie effectively teaches about post-Civil War experiences and the Civil Rights Movement, with one customer noting it captures the journey from slavery. They appreciate its timeless storytelling and find it worth the price, with one mentioning it’s suitable for both young and old audiences.
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