About this movie
The story of a disabled beggar in Charleston,S.C. who falls in love with a prostitute, this is the first filmed version of Gershwin's opera which uses Gershwin's own orchestrations and practically all of the music, with only one major cut.
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Porgy and Bess
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Cast
opera
disability
black singer
sex worker
glyndebourne
black love
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Questions about Porgy and Bess
How long is Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess has a runtime of 3h 4m (3 hours and 4 minutes).
Who directed Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess was directed by Trevor Nunn and released in 1993.
What genre is Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess is a Music, Drama film (1993).
Who stars in Porgy and Bess?
The cast of Porgy and Bess includes Willard White, Cynthia Haymon, Gregg Baker, Cynthia Clarey, Marietta Simpson.
What is the TMDB rating for Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 based on 9 votes.
