Plot — What is The Sky Is Gray about?
From Ernest J. Gaines, author of "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," comes a deceptively simple, yet emotionally complex tale of a young boy's discovery of what it's like to be black in Louisiana during the 1940's. James, the boy in question, has a raging toothache that necessitates a trip to the dentist. His mother (played by Emmy-winner Olivia Cole), accompanies James to town on an eye-opening odyssey where the boy gains valuable insights into poverty, racism - and his own sense of pride. With an exciting musical score by Webster Lewis, this multi-award winning film explores a child's discovery that the world is a complicated place... where things are never truly black or white... only shades of gray.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1980 |
| Genre | Drama, TV Movie |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 46 min |
| Audience Score | 70% (7.0/10, 2 votes) |
The Sky Is Gray — FAQ
Is The Sky Is Gray worth watching? The Sky Is Gray holds a 7.0/10 rating from 2 viewers. From Ernest J. Gaines, author of "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," comes a deceptively simple, yet emotionally complex tale of a young boy's discovery of what it's like to be black in Louisiana during the 1940's.
Who directed The Sky Is Gray? Directed by Stan Lathan.
Who is in the cast of The Sky Is Gray? It stars Olivia Cole, James Bond III, Margaret Avery, Cleavon Little, Chez Lister, Susan French and more.
Where can I stream The Sky Is Gray? You can stream The Sky Is Gray on Fandor Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Sky Is Gray release? It released in 1980.
