The Learning Tree (1969) The Learning Tree

The Learning Tree ★★ 1969 (PG) A beautifully photographed adaptation of Parks' biographical novel about a 14-year-old black boy in the 1920s South, living on the verge of manhood, maturity, love, and wisdom. 107m/C VHS. Kyle Johnson, Alex Clarke, Estelle Evans, Dana Elcar; Director: Gordon Parks; Writer: Burnett Guffey. Natl. Film Reg. '89.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1969
Rating PG
Length (in minutes) 107
Display Color
Formats VHS
National Film Registry 1989
Credits
Role Name
Actor Dana Elcar
Actor Kyle Johnson
Actor Alex Clarke
Actor Estelle Evans
Cinematographer Burnett Guffey
Director Gordon Parks