A Raisin in the Sun (1961)

Cast

• Sidney Poitier - Walter Lee Younger
• Claudia McNeil - Lena Younger
• Ruby Dee - Ruth Younger
• Diana Sands - Beneatha Younger
• Ivan Dixon - Asagai
• John Fiedler - Mark Lindner
• Louis Gossett Jr. - George Murchison
• Steven Perry - Travis Younger
• Joel Fluellen - Bobo
• Louis Terrel - Herman

Screenplay

• Lorraine Hansberry (Screenplay)
• Lorraine Hansberry (Theatre Play)

Themes

Social Commentary and Reflection, Resistance Against Racism

Keywords

grave, housewife, racial segregation, based on play or musical, racism, urban setting, racial tension, racial prejudice, neighborhood, discrimination, angry, complex, cautionary, dramatic, condescending

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Raisin in the Sun about?

Walter Lee Younger is a young man struggling with his station in life. Sharing a tiny apartment with his wife, son, sister and mother, he seems like an imprisoned man. Until, that is, the family gets an unexpected financial windfall.

Who directed A Raisin in the Sun?

A Raisin in the Sun was directed by Daniel Petrie.

Who stars in A Raisin in the Sun?

A Raisin in the Sun stars Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Ruby Dee, Diana Sands, Ivan Dixon, John Fiedler.

How long is A Raisin in the Sun?

A Raisin in the Sun has a runtime of 2h 8m (128 minutes).

What genre is A Raisin in the Sun?

A Raisin in the Sun is a Drama, Romance film.

What is the budget of A Raisin in the Sun?

A Raisin in the Sun had a budget of $2M.

Where was A Raisin in the Sun produced?

A Raisin in the Sun was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of A Raisin in the Sun?

The themes of A Raisin in the Sun include: Social Commentary and Reflection, Resistance Against Racism.