Movie

Booker (1984)

• October 1, 1984
• 56m

• Family
• Drama
• History
• TV Movie

Overview

Booker tells the true story of Booker T. Washington, who, as a young slave, dreams of learning to read and write. After the Civil War frees him, Booker is forced to work long hours in a salt furnace to help his family survive. But with hard work and persistence, Booker finds a way to learn and gain the freedom that comes with education.

Director

Stan Lathan

Writers

Charles Eric Johnson, Avon Kirkland, John Allman

Starring

Shavar Ross, CCH Pounder, Thalmus Rasulala