Directed by:
Kasi LemmonsScreenplay:
Kasi LemmonsCinematography:
Anastas N. MichosCast:
Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett, Jennifer Hudson, Tyrese Gibson, Jacob Latimore, Mary J. Blige, Nas, Vondie Curtis-Hall, Luke James, J. Mallory McCree (more)VOD (1)
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In a contemporary adaptation of Langston Hughes' celebrated play, the holiday musical drama BLACK NATIVITY follows Langston, a street-wise teen from Baltimore raised by a single mother, as he journeys to New York City to spend the Christmas holiday with his estranged relatives Reverend Cornell and Aretha Cobbs. Unwilling to live by the imposing Reverend Cobbs' rules, a frustrated Langston is determined to return home to his mother, Naima. Langston embarks on a surprising and inspirational journey and along with new friends, and a little divine intervention, he discovers the true meaning of faith, forgiveness and family. (HBO Europe)
(more)Cast
Forest Whitaker
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Angela Bassett
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Jennifer Hudson
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Tyrese Gibson
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Jacob Latimore
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Nas
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Vondie Curtis-Hall
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Luke James
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Darren Whitfield
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Henry Hunter Hall
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Michael McFadden
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Rotimi
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Natalie Carter
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Jevon McFerrin
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Karine Plantadit-Bageot
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