Booker

Synopsis

Booker tells the true story of Booker T. Washington, who, as a young slave, dreams of learning to read and write. After the Civil War frees him, Booker is forced to work long hours in a salt furnace to help his family survive. But with hard work and persistence, Booker finds a way to learn and gain the freedom that comes with education.

Director

Stan Lathan

Written by

Charles Eric Johnson

Music

Webster Lewis

Studio

Rekab Sudskany L.C.

Released

1 October 1984

Genres

Family, Drama, History, TV Movie