The Learning Tree

1969 1h 47m ★6.8

The Learning Tree

The story, set in Kansas during the 1920's, covers less than a year in the life of a black teenager, and documents the veritable deluge of events which force him into sudden manhood. The family relationships and enmities, the fears, frustrations and ambitions of the black teenager in small-town America are explored with a strong statement about human values.

Release Date August 6, 1969
Runtime 1h 47m
Language English
Director Gordon Parks
Category Drama
Rating 6.8 / 10 (TMDb)
Year 1969
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