Leadbelly

[1976, Movie, PG, 126 mins]

Leadbelly: Review

Solid biopic of famed blues/folk singer Huddie Ledbetter, better known as Leadbelly, whom the film sensitively portrays as a victim of racism without minimizing the complexity of his erratic, often violent personality. Beautifully photographed by Bruce Surtees and featuring a fine performance by Robert E. Mosley in the title role. Read the complete review for Leadbelly

Leadbelly: Cast & Details

Year: 1976
Rated PG

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Cast
Roger E. Mosley: Huddie Ledbetter
Paul Benjamin: Wes Ledbetter
Madge Sinclair: Miss Eula
Alan Manson: Prison Chief Guard
Albert Hall: Dicklicker
Art Evans: Blind Lemon Jefferson

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