The River Niger (1976)

Name: The River Niger
Genre: Drama
Released: 1976
Duration: 105 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: James Earl Jones, Cicely Tyson, Louis Gossett Jr., Glynn Turman, Jonelle Allen

1h 45m United States of America

Drama

Plot

Life in the ghetto unfolds through the eyes of Johnny Williams, a dedicated house painter and aspiring poet. As he battles to provide for his ailing wife, Mattie, who is fighting cancer, Johnny faces the harsh realities of poverty and despair in their community. Despite overwhelming challenges, he draws on his deep love and resilience to navigate their struggles. Together, they search for hope and redemption, discovering solace in the metaphorical River Niger, which symbolizes their enduring spirit amidst adversity.

Cast

James Earl Jones Cicely Tyson Louis Gossett Jr. Glynn Turman Jonelle Allen Roger E. Mosley Ralph Wilcox Teddy Wilson Charles Weldon Shirley Jo Finney Hilda Haynes Ed Crick Tony Burton Zakes Mokae

The River Niger (1976)

Plot

Cast

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