The Writer in America: Toni Morrison

1978 0h 28m EN

Documentary

Synopsis

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An interview with a young Toni Morrison. The video also shows Toni Morrison going shopping, at a party, and at work. Her commentary provides an incisive look behind her written words, and at the vision, technique, and lifestyle of this award-winning author. She reads from The Bluest Eye, Sula, and Song of Solomon.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Toni Morrison
Self

Credits

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Director: Richard O. Moore
Languages: English
Countries: United States of America

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RUNTIME

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Tight 28-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.

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ERA

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48 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.

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RUNTIME

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Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Richard O. Moore, shot by Philip Greene. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Philip Greene shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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Richard O. Moore directs. Philip Greene behind the camera. Philip Greene cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in English.

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1Tight 28-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.
248 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.
3Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.
4Directed by Richard O. Moore, shot by Philip Greene. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
5Editor Philip Greene shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.