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Go Tell It on the Mountain

1984★ 6.3 · 91h 36mDramaTV Movie

Overview

Over a single, pivotal Saturday in 1930s Harlem, 14-year-old John Grimes wrestles with his religious calling and his fraught relationship with his abusive, hypocritical stepfather, Gabriel. Extended flashbacks explore the oppressive Southern past and personal histories of John's mother, his aunt, and Gabriel, ultimately illuminating the generational trauma and complex family secrets that shape his life.

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Giancarlo Esposito
as Elisha

Ving Rhames
as Young Gabriel

CCH Pounder
as Deborah

Alfre Woodard
as Esther

Kadeem Hardison
as Royal

Ruby Dee
as Mrs. Grimes

Paul Winfield
as Gabriel Grimes

Rosalind Cash
as Aunt Florence

Olivia Cole
as Elizabeth

Dan Biggers
as Mr. North

Lou Walker
as Rev. Joshua

James Bond III
as John

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Release date: 1984-08-31

Runtime: 1h 36m

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