Originally overlooked, this picture enjoyed a well-received revival in the early '90s. It is a beautifully crafted snapshot in time providing a human dimension to the issues driving the civil rights movement. Both the interior and location shots are characterized by fluid camera work and a remarkable naturalism. The story is unsentimental in portraying some of the negative aspects of black social pathology that persist to this day. Film buffs will delight in seeing Yaphet Kotto in one of his
early roles. Ultimately uplifting, this film deserves it's place in the history of black cinem
early roles. Ultimately uplifting, this film deserves it's place in the history of black cinem