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Shadrach

September 23, 1998 1h 28m 5.7/10 (18 votes)

Originally released in 1998. Shadrach is a drama film. directed by Susanna Styron. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Harvey Keitel, Andie MacDowell, and Martin Sheen

Synopsis

In 1935, 99-year-old former slave Shadrach asks to be buried on the soil where he was born to slavery, and that land is owned by the large Dabney family, consisting of Vernon, Trixie and their seven children, and to bury a black man on that land is a violation of strict Virginia law.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 23, 1998 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (18 votes)
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Box Office $20.2K Worldwide gross
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Revenue
$20,167

Production Companies

  • Nu Image
  • Tidewater Pictures Inc.
  • Millennium Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shadrach about?

In 1935, 99-year-old former slave Shadrach asks to be buried on the soil where he was born to slavery, and that land is owned by the large Dabney family, consisting of Vernon, Trixie and their seve...

Who directed Shadrach?

Shadrach was directed by Susanna Styron.

How long is Shadrach?

Shadrach has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was Shadrach released?

Shadrach was released on September 23, 1998 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Shadrach?

The main cast of Shadrach includes Harvey Keitel, Andie MacDowell, Martin Sheen, John Franklin Sawyer, Scott Terra.