Words by Heart

Overview

The only black family living in a small midwestern town at the turn of the century confront prejudice, as seen through the eyes of the young daughter.

Directed by Robert Thompson

Top cast

E

Ed Call

Henry Haney

Leo Geter

Tater Haney

Robert Hooks

Ben Sills

Charlotte Rae

Mary Tom Chism

F

Fran Robinson

Lena Sills

M

Mary Ellen Thomas

Mrs. Starnes

Alfre Woodard

Claudie Sills

M

Michael Byers

Details