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Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light

6.667 average rating
6.667
English / 55 MIN. / 2000

The Genres

The Synopsis

Actor/director Sidney Poitier discusses his life and career. He tells of his upbringing in Jamaica; the difficulties he encountered in New York City at the start of his career; his involvement in the US civil-rights movement; and efforts to end apartheid in South Africa. Friends and acquaintances, as well as other performers, give their insights about what makes him so special.

The Cast

Stanley BurnsideLee GrantLady Kendal IsaacsNorman JewisonJames Earl JonesQuincy JonesStanley KramerPhilip RoseRobert TownsendOrville TurnquestSidney Poitier

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