Almos' a Man
Originally released in 1976. Almos' a Man is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Stan Lathan. At just 39 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Colleen Dewhurst, LeVar Burton, and Madge Sinclair
Synopsis
Although Dave (LeVar Burton) and his family are poor sharecroppers in the Deep South in the 1930s, this 15-year-old's problem is shared by teenagers today: he stands with one foot in adulthood and the other in childhood. "Almos' A Man", yet still treated like a child, he struggles for an identity. There's one thing, one symbol of manhood, Dave thinks, that could guarantee him instant respect: a gun.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 5, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
0h 39m
39 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Learning in Focus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Almos' a Man about?
Although Dave (LeVar Burton) and his family are poor sharecroppers in the Deep South in the 1930s, this 15-year-old's problem is shared by teenagers today: he stands with one foot in adulthood and ...
Who directed Almos' a Man?
Almos' a Man was directed by Stan Lathan.
How long is Almos' a Man?
Almos' a Man has a runtime of 0 hours and 39 minutes (39 minutes total).
When was Almos' a Man released?
Almos' a Man was released on April 5, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Almos' a Man?
The main cast of Almos' a Man includes Colleen Dewhurst, LeVar Burton, Madge Sinclair, Robert DoQui, Garry Goodrow.