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Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light (2000)
Director: Lee Grant
Cast: Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant, Lady Kendal Isaacs, Norman Jewison
Runtime55 min
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Actor/director Sidney Poitier discusses his life and career. He tells of his upbringing in Jamaica; the difficulties he encountered in New York City at the start of his career; his involvement in the US civil-rights movement; and efforts to end apartheid in South Africa. Friends and acquaintances, as well as other performers, give their insights about what makes him so special.
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For fans of thoughtful biographical documentaries, Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light from 2000 directed by Lee Grant provides a compelling look at the life and career of this acclaimed actor. Through Poitier's own reflections and insights from friends and colleagues, the film offers an intimate portrait of the man behind the iconic on-screen presence, exploring his upbringing in Jamaica, the challenges he faced as a Black actor in the early days of his career, and his activism in the civil rights movement.