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The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman TV

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Original title

The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman

Year

1974

Running time

110 min.

Country

United States

Director

John Korty

Screenwriter

Tracy Keenan Wynn. Novel: Ernest J. Gaines

Cast

Music

Fred Karlin

Cinematography

James Crabe

Producer

Tomorrow Entertainment

Genre

Drama | TV Movie. 1960s. Slavery. Journalism

Synopsis

In February, 1962, as the civil rights movement reaches Bayonne, Louisiana, a New York journalist arrives to interview Jane Pittman, who has just turned 110. She tells him her story dating back to her earliest memories before slavery ended, a long walk toward freedom, marriage to Joe Pittman, her adopted son Ned's work as an educator, helping to raise Jimmy, who returns as a civil rights worker, and her own decision to become involved in contemporary issues.

Awards: 1974: Emmy: 9 Awards, Including Best Actress (Tyson), Direction and Telefilm. 13 Nom.

1974: BAFTA Awards: Nominated for Best Supporting Actress (Cicely Tyson)

1974: Directors Guild of America (DGA): Best Director (Miniseries/TV Movie)

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