PRINCIPAL CAST

Mos Def, Louis Gossett Jr., Terrence Dashon Howard, Marcus Franklin, S. Epatha Merkerson, Macy Gray, Ernie Hudson, Delroy Lindo, Rosie Perez, Liev Schreiber, Jimmy Smits, Patricia Wettig, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Julie Benz, Jeffrey Wright, Charlayne Woodard, Saul Williams, Henry Simmons, Hill Harper, Omar Benjamin

DIRECTOR

George C. Wolfe

WRITER

Ruben Santiago-Hudson

PRODUCER

Nellie Rachel Nugiel

SYNOPSIS

Based on the award winning play by Ruben Santiago-Hudson, this poignant and colorful drama tells the inspirational story of a courageous woman, Nanny, whose spirit and strength served as the foundation for a struggling community trying to survive during the segregation era. Starring an exceptional ensemble cast led by Jimmy Smits, Rosie Perez, and Macy Gray, this inspiring drama from HBO Films is a celebration of the good things in life, no matter how tough times may be.

GENRE

Drama

RATING

Rated PG-13

RUN TIME

95 Minutes

STUDIO

HBO Home Entertainment