Within Our Gates
Originally released in 1920. Within Our Gates is a drama/romance film. directed by Oscar Micheaux. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Evelyn Preer, Flo Clements, and James D. Ruffin
Synopsis
Abandoned by her fiancé, an educated black woman with a traumatizing past dedicates herself to helping a near bankrupt school for impoverished black children.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 12, 1920
106 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (100 votes)
Budget
$15K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Evelyn Preer
as Sylvia Landry
Flo Clements
as Alma Prichard
James D. Ruffin
as Conrad Drebert - Sylvia's Fiancé
Jack Chenault
as Larry Prichard - Alma's Stepbrother
Charles D. Lucas
as Dr. V. Vivian
Bernice Ladd
as Mrs. Geraldine Stratton
Mrs. Evelyn
as Mrs. Elena Warwick
William Starks
as Jasper Landry
Mattie Edwards
as Jasper's Wife
E.G. Tatum
as Efram - Gridlestone's Servant
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $15,000
Production Companies
- Micheaux Book & Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Within Our Gates about?
Abandoned by her fiancé, an educated black woman with a traumatizing past dedicates herself to helping a near bankrupt school for impoverished black children.
Who directed Within Our Gates?
Within Our Gates was directed by Oscar Micheaux.
How long is Within Our Gates?
Within Our Gates has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Within Our Gates released?
Within Our Gates was released on January 12, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Within Our Gates?
The main cast of Within Our Gates includes Evelyn Preer, Flo Clements, James D. Ruffin, Jack Chenault, Charles D. Lucas.