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American Masters

The life story of author Zora Neale Hurston, who died in poverty in 1960 but is now celebrated globally for her novels, is brought to the screen in this biopic, delving into the controversies surrounding her life.

Main Cast

Kim BrockingtonKim BrockingtonZora Neale Hurston
S. Epatha MerkersonS. Epatha MerkersonNarrator (voice)
Marceline HugotMarceline HugotMary Margaret McBride

Appearances

Zora Neale HurstonZora Neale Hurston
Cab CallowayCab Calloway
Henry Louis Gates Jr.Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Ethel MosesEthel Moses
Alice WalkerAlice Walker

Creators

Sam PollardSam PollardDirector
Kristy AndersenKristy AndersenWriter

American Masters Videos

Zora Neale Hurston: Jump at the Sun (on Amazon)

Zora Neale Hurston: Jump at the Sun (on Amazon)

Info about American Masters

Studio(s): Kristy Andersen

Originally Released: United States, Aug 16, 2008

Budget: $1,000,000.00

Genres:Biography, Documentary, Music, History

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