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Sounder

G1h 45m1972Martin Ritt
IMDb: 7.5/10Rotten: 91%Metacritic: 80/100
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The oldest son of a loving and strong family of black sharecroppers comes of age in the Depression-era South after his father is imprisoned for stealing food.

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Based On Novel Or BookLouisianaGreat DepressionFamily RelationshipsUrbanHardshipSharecropperPrison CampStealing Food1930s

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sounder (1972) about?

The oldest son of a loving and strong family of black sharecroppers comes of age in the Depression-era South after his father is imprisoned for stealing food.

Who stars in Sounder?

Sounder stars Cicely Tyson (Rebecca Morgan), Paul Winfield (Nathan Lee Morgan), Kevin Hooks (David Lee Morgan), Taj Mahal (Ike), Janet MacLachlan (Camille Johnson). The film was directed by Martin Ritt.

How long is Sounder?

Sounder has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1972. It is rated G.

Is Sounder worth watching?

Sounder holds an IMDb rating of 7.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Drama, Family are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Sounder?

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