Lackawanna Blues
"Play it. Sing it. Shout it. Feel it."
Originally released in 2005. Lackawanna Blues is a drama/music film. directed by George C. Wolfe.
Starring S. Epatha Merkerson, Marcus Carl Franklin, and Yasiin Bey
Synopsis
In a story fueled by rhythm and blues, a young boy's life is shaped by love and the stories of a cast of characters in the boarding house where he lives in 1960s Lackawanna, New York.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 12, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (28 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
S. Epatha Merkerson
as Rachel 'Nanny' Crosby
Marcus Carl Franklin
as Ruben Santiago Jr.
Yasiin Bey
as The Bandleader
Carmen Ejogo
as Alean
Louis Gossett Jr.
as Ol'lem Taylor
Macy Gray
as Pauline
Terrence Howard
as Bill Crosby
Ernie Hudson
as Dick Barrymore
Rosie Perez
as Bertha
Liev Schreiber
as Ulysses Ford
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- HBO Films
- Good Shepherd Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lackawanna Blues about?
In a story fueled by rhythm and blues, a young boy's life is shaped by love and the stories of a cast of characters in the boarding house where he lives in 1960s Lackawanna, New York.
Who directed Lackawanna Blues?
Lackawanna Blues was directed by George C. Wolfe.
How long is Lackawanna Blues?
Lackawanna Blues has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Lackawanna Blues released?
Lackawanna Blues was released on February 12, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lackawanna Blues?
The main cast of Lackawanna Blues includes S. Epatha Merkerson, Marcus Carl Franklin, Yasiin Bey, Carmen Ejogo, Louis Gossett Jr..