Strange Fruit Released 2002-05-20 is a story that falls under the Music, Documentary category. Movie Story "In 1937, after seeing a photo depicting the lynching of a black man in the south, Bronx-born high school teacher Abel Meeropol wrote a poem entitled "Strange Fruit" that begins with the words: "Southern trees bear a strange fruit / Blood on the leaves and blood at the root." He set the poem to music and a few years later convinced Billy holiday to record it in a legendary heartbreaking performance. Intertwining jazz genealogy, biography, performance footage, and the history of lynching, director Joel Katz fashions a fascinating discovery of the lost story behind a true American classic. Written by Excerpted from Coolidge Corner Theatre Program Update".
Strange Fruit 2002
- Released: 2002-05-20
- Genre: Music, Documentary
- Link: Strange Fruit on CWR CRB
Strange Fruit Movie Cast
Stars:
Dorothy Thigpen,
Milton Gabler,
Farah Jasmine Griffin,
Pete Seeger,
Ethel Rosenberg,
Julius Rosenberg,
Billie Holiday,
Cassandra Wilson
Strange Fruit Movie Crew
Director:
Joel Katz
Strange Fruit Movie Reviews
Strange Fruit is a movie that promises to engage and entertain its viewers. As a Music, Documentary film available in English, it combines strong performances with a compelling narrative. Whether you’re a fan of these genres or looking for a new cinematic adventure, this film is worth a watch!
