Booker
Originally released in 1984. Booker is a family/drama film. directed by Stan Lathan. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Shavar Ross, James Bond III, and LeVar Burton
Synopsis
Booker tells the true story of Booker T. Washington, who, as a young slave, dreams of learning to read and write. After the Civil War frees him, Booker is forced to work long hours in a salt furnace to help his family survive. But with hard work and persistence, Booker finds a way to learn and gain the freedom that comes with education.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
0h 56m
56 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rekab Sudskany L.C.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booker about?
Booker tells the true story of Booker T. Washington, who, as a young slave, dreams of learning to read and write. After the Civil War frees him, Booker is forced to work long hours in a salt furnac...
Who directed Booker?
Booker was directed by Stan Lathan.
How long is Booker?
Booker has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).
When was Booker released?
Booker was released on October 1, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Booker?
The main cast of Booker includes Shavar Ross, James Bond III, LeVar Burton, Shelley Duvall, Tony Haney.