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Go Tell It on the Mountain
6.3(9)19841h 36m
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.
- Director
- Stan Lathan
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Cast

Paul Winfield
Gabriel Grimes

James Bond III
John

Olivia Cole
Elizabeth
Rodrick F. Wimberly
Roy

Rosalind Cash
Aunt Florence

Rose Weaver
Mother Washington
Desiree Coleman
Ella Mae

Giancarlo Esposito
Elisha

Linda Hopkins
Sister McCandless
Douglas Turner Ward
Rev. James

Ruby Dee
Mrs. Grimes

Ving Rhames
Young Gabriel
Joy A. Aaron
Young Florence

CCH Pounder
Deborah

Alfre Woodard
Esther

Kadeem Hardison
Royal

Lou Walker
Rev. Joshua

Dan Biggers
Mr. North
Crew
Directing
- Stan LathanDirector
- Charlene WebbScript Supervisor
Writing
- Leslie LeeTeleplay
- James BaldwinNovel
Production
- Calvin SkaggsProducer
Camera
- Hiro NaritaDirector of Photography
Editing
- Jay FreundEditor
Sound
- Webster LewisMusic
Costume & Make-Up
- Helen P. ButlerWardrobe Supervisor
Lighting
- Nick NelsonBest Boy Electric