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Nov 27, 2013 · A teen from Baltimore travels to New York to spend Christmas with his estranged relatives and learns about faith and family. Based on Langston Hughes' play, starring Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett, Jennifer Hudson and more.
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- Drama, Family, Music
- Kasi Lemmons
- 2013-11-27
Black Nativity is a 2013 American musical drama film written and directed by Kasi Lemmons, based on Langston Hughes' 1961 play of the same name. The film stars an ensemble cast, featuring Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett, Tyrese Gibson, Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige, Jacob Latimore, Vondie Curtis-Hall, and rapper Nas.
Nov 27, 2013 · Rated: 2.5/5 • Jan 11, 2020. Langston (Jacob Latimore), a Baltimore teen raised by a single mother (Jennifer Hudson), travels to New York City to spend the Christmas holiday with estranged ...
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- Kasi Lemmons
- PG
- Forest Whitaker
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A musical drama based on Langston Hughes' play, about a teen from Baltimore who visits his estranged relatives in New York for Christmas. He learns about faith, healing, and family in a journey of self-discovery.
Black Nativity is an adaptation of the Nativity story by Langston Hughes, performed by an entirely black cast. Hughes was the author of the book, with the lyrics and music being derived from traditional Christmas carols, sung in gospel style, with a few songs created specifically for the show.
Black Nativity is an inspiring story of faith, family and forgiveness. Disney+ - Stream Unlimited Movies and TV Series Disney+ is a streaming service where you can watch unlimited movies, TV series, and Originals.
