Lackawanna Blues
2005
Based on the award winning play by Ruben Santiago-Hudson, this poignant and colorful drama tells the inspirational story of a courageous woman, Nanny, whose spirit and strength served as the foundation for a struggling community trying to survive during the segregation era. Starring an exceptional ensemble cast led by Jimmy .. Read more
| Starring | Marcus Franklin, S. Epatha Merkerson, Mos Def, Liev Schreiber |
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| Director | George C. Wolfe |
| Genres | Drama |
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Lackawanna Blues
Based on the award winning play by Ruben Santiago-Hudson, this poignant and colorful drama tells the inspirational story of a courageous woman, Nanny, whose spirit and strength served as the foundation for a struggling community trying to survive during the segregation era. Starring an exceptional ensemble cast led by Jimmy Smits, Rosie Perez, and Macy Gray, this inspiring drama from HBO Films is a celebration of the good things in life, no matter how tough times may be.
| Starring | Marcus Franklin, S. Epatha Merkerson, Mos Def, Liev Schreiber, Charlayne Woodard, Ernie Hudson, Jimmy Smits, Delroy Lindo, Carmen Ejogo, Terrence Howard, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Josie Perez, Macy Gray |
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| Director | George C. Wolfe |
| Studio | WARNER HOME VIDEO |
| Certificate | |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Released | DVD: 03 Apr 2006 Production year: 2005 |
| Format | DVD |
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S. Epatha Merkerson Shines
This is the simple story of a boy and his Nanna set in 60s blues-laden Lackawanna New York. All performances are excellent and the story is touching but, at times, too sentimental (but, hey, I like that...). Worth the price of rental to see S. Epatha Merkerson break out of her 'Law and Order' restraints and prove that she is a versatile actor.
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MOVING, EMOTIONAL AND BRILLIANT
This is one of the most moving films I have ever seen and it isn't that well known. Saw this for the first ever time in the US when on holiday and loved it ever since. Originally made for the channel HBO it will make you laugh and make you cry. Dont believe ever released in uk cinemas. Well worth a watch and well deserving of 5 stars
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Lackawanna Blues
Based on the award winning play by Ruben Santiago-Hudson, this poignant and colorful drama tells the inspirational story of a courageous woman, Nanny, whose spirit and strength served as the foundation for a struggling community trying to survive during the segregation era. Starring an exceptional ...
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