Movie Description
Bush Mama
(1979)Overview
The story of Dorothy and her husband T.C. He is a discharged Vietnam veteran who thought he would return home to a "hero's welcome." Instead he is falsely arrested and imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. Her life revolves around the welfare office and a community facing poverty and unemployment. As a result of the film's events, both the main characters become radicalized and Dorothy eventually turns to violence.
Featured Crew
- Director : Haile Gerima
- Producer : Haile Gerima
- Writer : Haile Gerima
- Editor : Haile Gerima
- Cast : Barbara O. Jones,Johnny Weathers,Cora Lee Day,Simmi Ella Nelson,Bettie J. Wilson,Bob Ogburn Jr.,Susan Williams,Ben Collins,Renna Kraft
Cast
Dorothy
T.C.
Molly
Simmi
Social Worker
Dahomey Man
Luann
Ben
Angi
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Facts
Original TitleBush Mama
Status Released
Release Information
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1979-09-01
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 37m
Genres
- Drama
