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Nothing But a Man
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Manufacturer: Cinema V
Starring: Ivan Dixon, Abbey Lincoln, Julius Harris, Gloria Foster, Martin Priest
Directed By: Michael Roemer
Average Customer Rating: Average rating of 4.5/5Average rating of 4.5/5Average rating of 4.5/5Average rating of 4.5/5Average rating of 4.5/5

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Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 9786302985870
Format: Black & White
ISBN: 6302985870
Label: Cinema V
Manufacturer: Cinema V
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Cinema V
Release Date: 1999-10-19
Running Time: 92
Studio: Cinema V
Theatrical Release Date: 1993
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Editorial Reviews:
Set in the 1960’s, NOTHING BUT A MAN is an uplifting love story about a man and a woman whose bond overcomes racial and class barriers. Duff, a railroad section hand is forced to confront prejudice and self-denial when he falls in love with Josie, an educated preacher’s daughter.

NOTHING BUT A MAN stars Ivan Dixon (Porgy and Bess, Car Wash, and A Raisin in the Sun) and jazz great Abbey Lincoln in performances Siskel & Ebert called "terrific." The original soundtrack features Motown stars Stevie Wonder, Mary Wells, Martha and the Vandellas, The Miracles, and The Marvelettes.

Acclaimed by critics and revered by film buffs, NOTHING BUT A MAN was theatrically re-released to rave reviews in 1993. This ground-breaking American classic is available for the first time on video to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
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Summary: A Good One!
Comment: I enjoy old movies. I saw this one on television and had to have it! The price was within my budget and there were plenty of copies in stock.
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Summary: Nothing But a Man
Comment: A lean film of unusual grace and power, thanks to a perceptive script and solid characterizations. Both Dixon and jazz singer Lincoln give heartfelt portrayals as Duff and Josie, and look for the late, great Julius Harris playing Duff's drunk, delinquent father. "Nothing" is an inspiring work of cinema that helped fuel the Civil Rights era, and still speaks volumes today.
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Summary: "A Typical Man"
Comment: Yes I said it yes I did, as a well known radio talk show host says.
This was a good movie but, I didn't care to much for the way it
ended. This movie showed how a black man can get caught up in
the everyday struggles of life, and began to take it out on the one
who's closest to him and who has his back when times get hard, this
woman was always on the supporting end, never gave up on him through
his struggles with prejudice white folk. I was glad he was on the
way to getting his life in order. Good ole movie I'd say.
Wished there was a part 2 to this movie, I would definately buy it.

Lynn from OKC
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Summary: Very Powerful Film
Comment: this is the Kind of Film that while it is over 40 years Old, still reflects so much of what is going on today especially if you are a Black Man in America. this film pulls no punches and it shows the day to day grind of dealing in a cold unfair world. a very strong cast that balances out so much. very well paced film with strong direction and writing that could be anywhere from the 60's til today. very strong all Black cast and dealing with Everyday Life and it's challenges. this is One of the Best Put together casts that I have Ever seen in a Film. this Film is very Historic and Ground-Breaking. a must see classic that will get to your spirit and soul. also a Strong soundtrack.
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Summary: Groundbreaking film
Comment: In 1964, when "Nothing But a Man" was released, it must have been a shock to see a film that presents a story focused on the lives of black characters, and does so with such vivid and unsparing authenticity. The film's power has faded little in over forty years and remains essential viewing for reasons that far exceed its historical importance. The story of a man who refuses to conform or give in but who breaks a little along the way as he ends up fighting everyone around him is told with such courage and honesty that you are hooked from the opening scenes. The direction is unobtrusive and the script manages to effectively walk the delicate balance between delivering a message without being heavy-handed. The actors in the film don't seem to have a lot of range but what they do, they do very effectively and are completely convincing.

I end up watching this film about once a decade (I've seen it three times). On both occasions as I anticipated watching it again I've thought its not going to be as good as I remember it being. I've been wrong both times, rediscovering the film's force and seeing even more layers of subtlety as I watched it through the filter of my added experience. I can't recommend this film highly enough.

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