What is Cornbread, Earl and Me?
Cornbread, Earl and Me is a 1975 urban drama film directed by Joseph Manduke that adapts Ronald Fair's novel Hog Butcher. The story centers on the personal, political, and community repercussions that follow the unintentional shooting of a star basketball player by police.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1975
- Release date
- May 21, 1975
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Cornbread, Earl and Me is a 1975 urban drama film directed by Joseph Manduke that adapts Ronald Fair's novel Hog Butcher. The story centers on the personal, political, and community repercussions that follow the unintentional shooting of a star basketball player by police.
Culturally significant as a thoughtful counterpoint to the typical blaxploitation films of its time, the movie also notable for featuring the screen debut of Laurence Fishburne as a teenager. With a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes, it delivers a dramatic and grounded viewing experience.
Should you watch it?
“The accidental police shooting of a star basketball player profoundly impacts an urban community.”
- It is an acclaimed adaptation of the novel Hog Butcher by Ronald Fair.
- It serves as one of the more thoughtful urban dramas produced during the height of the blaxploitation craze.
- It features the screen debut of Laurence Fishburne, who was barely a teenager at the time.
- Viewers seeking fast-paced action typical of the era's blaxploitation craze might find this urban drama more thoughtful and restrained.
Watch it if you want to see a thoughtful urban drama examining the community repercussions of a tragic police shooting.
The film maintains a thoughtful tone and dramatic pacing, and is suited for viewers interested in character-driven urban dramas.
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Where to stream Cornbread, Earl and Me?
Streaming availability for Cornbread, Earl and Me can be checked on major film platforms such as The Movie Database (TMDB).
Whether it is worth watching?
It is worth watching as an acclaimed adaptation and a thoughtful urban drama featuring Laurence Fishburne's screen debut.
What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Is this a television series with essential episodes?
No, Cornbread, Earl and Me is a feature film rather than a television series.