Nothing But a Man

Nothing But a Man (1964)

  • 88% of critics liked it
    (8 reviews)

  • 77% of users liked it
    (622 ratings)

A landmark independent film, Nothing but a Man is the first dramatic story featuring a largely black cast created for an integrated audience (the work of black filmmakers such as Oscar Micheaux was intended for audiences who patronized black-only theaters). White filmmakers Michael Roemer and Robert… More

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Unrated, 1 hr. 32 min.
Directed By
Michael Roemer
Written By
Robert M. Young, Michael Roemer
Genres
Drama, Classics
In Theaters
Jan 1, 1963 Wide
On DVD
Sep 28, 2004
New Video

Critic Reviews

  • Donald J. Levit, ReelTalk Movie Reviews

    It is difficult to fathom the long obscurity of this sincere, compassionate film.

  • James Plath, Movie Metropolis

    an uplifting film that goes beyond issues of race, class, and prejudice

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  • Moe E


    I became engrossed with Nothing But a Man recently, which is the story of a young, black man in Alabama of the 1960's and his journey in becoming a strong and responsible husband and father. In a way, it feels as though you're watching a documentary. Excellent work from Ivan… More

  • Jojo S


    A man trying to make a voice while making inner changes for himself. I thought the main character's father (Harris) played an outstanding role for being an alcoholic father who never cared about his son.

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