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Nightjohn

John is a man of many talents, including one forbidden skill: he can read. When he teaches a young slave girl named Sarny to read and write, she learns an unforgettable lesson about the power of words and the true meaning of freedom.

About

Language
English
Running time
1 h 32 min
Released
1996

Cast and crew

  • Charles BurnettDirector
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