Emma Mae
"She’s just off the bus from the deep South… and learning fast how to out-smart and out-though the city just to stay alive… she’s EMMA MAE!"
Originally released in 1976. Emma Mae is a comedy/drama film. directed by Jamaa Fanaka.
Starring Jerri Hayes, Ernest Williams II, and Charles D. Brooks III
Synopsis
A naive young woman moves from the South to stay with her aunt and uncle in Compton. As an outsider, she struggles at first to find her footing, but soon falls into the middle of a community of rebellious youth. She soon becomes more and more aware of the social injustices of the big city.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 12, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jerri Hayes
as Emma Mae
Ernest Williams II
as Jesse Amos
Charles D. Brooks III
as Ezekiel 'Zeke' Johnson
Leopoldo Mandeville
as Chay
Malik Carter
as 'Big Daddy' Johnson
Eddie Allen
as James
Gammy Burdett
as Daisy Stansell
Teri Taylor
as Dara Stansell
Synthia Saint James
as Ulika Stansell
Robert Slaughter
as Devo
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Bob-Bea Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma Mae about?
A naive young woman moves from the South to stay with her aunt and uncle in Compton. As an outsider, she struggles at first to find her footing, but soon falls into the middle of a community of reb...
Who directed Emma Mae?
Emma Mae was directed by Jamaa Fanaka.
How long is Emma Mae?
Emma Mae has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Emma Mae released?
Emma Mae was released on November 12, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Emma Mae?
The main cast of Emma Mae includes Jerri Hayes, Ernest Williams II, Charles D. Brooks III, Leopoldo Mandeville, Malik Carter.