About this movie
In 1937, after seeing a photo depicting the lynching of a black man in the south, Bronx-born high school teacher Abel Meeropol wrote a poem entitled "Strange Fruit" that begins with the words: "Southern trees bear a strange fruit / Blood on the leaves and blood at the root." He set the poem to music and a few years later convinced Billy holiday to record it in a legendary heartbreaking performance. Intertwining jazz genealogy, biography, performance footage, and the history of lynching, director Joel Katz fashions a fascinating discovery of the lost story behind a true American classic. Written by Excerpted from Coolidge Corner Theatre Program Update
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Quick facts
Year
2002
Runtime
57m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 9.0/10
Votes
1
Genre
Music, Documentary
Director
Language
EN
Cast
southern usa
politics
racial segregation
racism
lynching
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Questions about Strange Fruit
How long is Strange Fruit?
Strange Fruit has a runtime of 57m ( and 57 minutes).
Who directed Strange Fruit?
Strange Fruit was directed by Joel Katz and released in 2002.
What genre is Strange Fruit?
Strange Fruit is a Music, Documentary film (2002).
Who stars in Strange Fruit?
The cast of Strange Fruit includes Dorothy Thigpen, Milton Gabler, Farah Jasmine Griffin, Pete Seeger, Ethel Rosenberg.
What is the TMDB rating for Strange Fruit?
Strange Fruit has a TMDB rating of 9.0/10 based on 1 votes.
