Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light
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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.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2000-02-02
Runtime: 55 mins
Director: Lee Grant
Writer: Prudence Glass
Spoken language: English
Genres: Documentary
Original title: Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light
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