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Words by Heart. At the turn of the century, Lena Sills, a 12-year-old African-American girl, moves with her family to an all-white community in Missouri. Although the Sills are intelligent, sensitive, and hard working, they are rejected, victims of prejudice and fear.
Feb 11, 1985 · Words by Heart: Directed by Robert C. Thompson. With Robert Hooks, Charlotte Rae, Alfre Woodard, Fran Robinson. The only black family living in a small midwestern town at the turn of the century confront prejudice, as seen through the eyes of the young daughter.
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- Drama, Family, History
- Robert C. Thompson
- 1985-02-11
Racial prejudice surrounds a couple (Robert Hooks, Alfre Woodard) and their daughter in circa-1900 Bethel Springs, Mo.
- Robert C. Thompson
- Drama
- Robert Hooks
The only black family living in a small midwestern town at the turn of the century confront prejudice, as seen through the eyes of the young daughter.
What a true little masterpiece this TV movie describing, as the plot line said, the daily life of a black family in a country town among white folks. I know any of the players. Performances, directing, editing, everything is flawless here.
Synopsis. The only black family living in a small midwestern town at the turn of the century confront prejudice, as seen through the eyes of the young daughter. Cast.
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