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Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light · 2000

Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light (2000) is a Documentary film directed by Lee Grant, starring Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant, Lady Kendal Isaacs.

Documentary

Overview

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.

Cast

Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant, Lady Kendal Isaacs, Norman Jewison, James Earl Jones, Quincy Jones, Stanley Kramer, Philip Rose

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What is "Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light" about?

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.

When was "Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light" released?

Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light was released in 2000.

Who stars in "Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light"?

The cast includes Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant, Lady Kendal Isaacs, Norman Jewison.