

Overview
Actor/director Sidney Poitier discusses his life and career. He tells of his upbringing in Jamaica; the difficulties he encountered in New York City at the start of his career; his involvement in the US civil-rights movement; and efforts to end apartheid in South Africa. Friends and acquaintances, as well as other performers, give their insights about what makes him so special.
Year 2000
Studio
Director Lee Grant
Crew Lee Grant (Director), Prudence Glass (Writer), Prudence Glass (Producer), Mary Beth Yarrow (Producer), Sławomir Grünberg (Director of Photography)
Popularity 1
Language English