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Freedom Road: the Vernon Johns Story

on BBC Two England

Biographical drama starring James Earl Jones

Alabama 1948: driven by the apathy of his black congregation in the face of segregation, Dr Vernon Johns preaches the need for radical social change. He soon upsets the authorities, and places his life in danger.
(1994)
See Films: pages 44-52 ***

Contributors

Director:
Kenneth Fink
Reverend Vernon Johns:
James Earl Jones
Altona Johns:
Mary Alice
Deacon Wilkes:
Joe Seneca
Rose:
Cissy Houston
Baby Dee:
Nicole Leach
Coach Hill:
Tommy Hollis

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