A Fable
Synopsis
This tense, tragic drama underscores the horrors of racism in America: not only that perpetuated by whites, but also by blacks. In this story, based on LeRoi Jones’ play Slaves, director Al Freeman Jr. plays a black revolutionary leader who has come back to exact his revenge on his ex-wife for having married a white liberal, and on his daughters for having stayed with her. The action occurs in the living room of his wife’s house. All the characters involved remain stubbornly attached to their views, especially Freeman’s character.
Director
Son of actor Al Freeman. Played Sidney Poitier’s Oscar-winning role in the musical stage version of Lilies of the Field (1963) entitled « Look to the Lilies » in 1970. Co-starring Shirley Booth, it ran only 25 performances at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.
Hildy Brooks
James Patterson
Screenplay
Leroi Jones
Image
Bruce Sparks
Prod. M.R.F. Production Ltd 130 East 70th St. New York 10 021