Polly (1989)
An musical adaptation of the book "Pollyanna" set in the 1950's in which an orphan tries to use gladness to unite the people in a small southern town.
Director: Debbie Allen
Genre: Family, Music
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: November 12, 1989
Cast
- Keshia Knight Pulliam - Polly
- Phylicia Rashād - Aunt Polly
- Dorian Harewood - Doctor Shannon
- T.K. Carter - George
- Vanessa Bell Calloway - Nancy
- Larry Riley - Reverend Gillis
- Ken Page - Mayor Warren
- Brock Peters - Mr. Pendergast
- Celeste Holm - Miss Snow
- Butterfly McQueen - Miss Priss
Screenplay
- William Blinn (Teleplay)
- Eleanor H. Porter (Novel)
Production: Walt Disney Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Musical Spectacle
Keywords
musical, woman director
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Polly about?
- An musical adaptation of the book "Pollyanna" set in the 1950's in which an orphan tries to use gladness to unite the people in a small southern town.
- Who directed Polly?
- Polly was directed by Debbie Allen.
- Who stars in Polly?
- Polly stars Keshia Knight Pulliam, Phylicia Rashād, Dorian Harewood, T.K. Carter, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Larry Riley.
- How long is Polly?
- Polly has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is Polly?
- Polly is a Family, Music film.
- Where was Polly produced?
- Polly was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Polly?
- The themes of Polly include: Musical Spectacle.