The Learning Tree
First aired on Aug 6, 1969
Runtime: 107 mins
70%
Genres: Drama
The story, set in Kansas during the 1920's, covers less than a year in the life of a black teenager, and documents the veritable deluge of events which force him into sudden manhood. The family relationships and enmities, the fears, frustrations and ambitions of the black teenager in small-town America are explored with a strong statement about human values.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
Kyle Johnson | Newt
Alex Clarke | Marcus
Estelle Evans | Sarah
Dana Elcar | Kirky
Mira Waters | Arcella
Joel Fluellen | Uncle Rob
Featured Crew
Gordon Parks | Director
George Bau | Makeup Artist
Genevieve Young | Story Consultant
Robert J. Miller | Sound Mixer
George Hause | Sound Recordist
Gordon Parks | Screenplay
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