The River Niger (1976)

Some rivers can't be dammed...some people won't be broken.

The River Niger (1976) poster

An intimate look at life in the ghetto: Johnny Williams is a house painter who moonlights as a poet, struggling to financially and emotionally support his cancer-ridden wife Mattie. But times are tough and the poverty-troubled streets are even tougher, and it takes every ounce of Johnny's love and courage for the couple to make it through their strife, finding redemption in the River Niger.

Director: Krishna Shah
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 105 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: War
Cinematography: Michael D. Margulies
Editing: Irving Lerner
Production: River Niger Company, Asanti Productions Inc., Gossett Enterprises
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Krishna Shah
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The River Niger about?
An intimate look at life in the ghetto: Johnny Williams is a house painter who moonlights as a poet, struggling to financially and emotionally support his cancer-ridden wife Mattie. But times are tough and the poverty-troubled streets are even tougher, and it takes every ounce of Johnny's love and courage for the couple to make it through their strife, finding redemption in the River Niger.
Who directed The River Niger?
The River Niger was directed by Krishna Shah.
Who stars in The River Niger?
The River Niger stars James Earl Jones, Cicely Tyson, Louis Gossett Jr., Glynn Turman, Jonelle Allen, Roger E. Mosley.
How long is The River Niger?
The River Niger has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
What genre is The River Niger?
The River Niger is a Drama film.
Where was The River Niger produced?
The River Niger was produced in United States of America.