Storyline
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.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Stanley Burnside
Lee Grant
Narrator
Lady Kendal Isaacs
Norman Jewison
James Earl Jones
Quincy Jones
Stanley Kramer
Philip Rose
Robert Townsend
Orville Turnquest
Sidney Poitier
Frequently Asked Questions
Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light was released on February 2, 2000.
The runtime of Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light is 55m.
Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light is a Documentary movie.
Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light has a rating of 6.0 out of 10 on TMDB.
Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light was directed by Lee Grant.
The main cast of Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light includes Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant, Lady Kendal Isaacs.
Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light is originally in English.