Overview

The story of a disabled beggar in Charleston,S.C. who falls in love with a prostitute, this is the first filmed version of Gershwin's opera which uses Gershwin's own orchestrations and practically all of the music, with only one major cut.

Cast

Willard White, Cynthia Haymon, Gregg Baker, Cynthia Clarey, Marietta Simpson, Damon Evans, Paula Ingram, Gordon Hawkins

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What is "Porgy and Bess" about?

The story of a disabled beggar in Charleston,S.C. who falls in love with a prostitute, this is the first filmed version of Gershwin's opera which uses Gershwin's own orchestrations and practically all of the music, with only one major cut.

When was "Porgy and Bess" released?

Porgy and Bess was released in 1993.

Who stars in "Porgy and Bess"?

The cast includes Willard White, Cynthia Haymon, Gregg Baker, Cynthia Clarey.