The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six (1980)
In 1963 a group of young Black boys living in Harlem were involved in an incident that earned them the nickname "The Harlem Six." Intent on protecting and clearing the names of their sons, several mothers bonded together to make their story known. This work emerges as a powerful close up of police brutality, and of power dynamics of 1960's Harlem.
Director: Woodie King Jr.
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: January 1, 1980
Cast
Screenplay
- Woodie King Jr. (Screenplay)
Editing: Joseph Burton
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six about?
- In 1963 a group of young Black boys living in Harlem were involved in an incident that earned them the nickname "The Harlem Six." Intent on protecting and clearing the names of their sons, several mothers bonded together to make their story known. This work emerges as a powerful close up of police brutality, and of power dynamics of 1960's Harlem.
- Who directed The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six?
- The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six was directed by Woodie King Jr..
- Who stars in The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six?
- The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six stars Ruby Dee, Starletta DuPois, Novella Nelson, Louise Stubbs, Clarice Taylor.
- How long is The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six?
- The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six?
- The Torture of Mothers: The Case of the Harlem Six is a Documentary film.