Cindy (film)

Cindy
Genre Musical
Written by James L. Brooks
Stan Daniels
David Davis
Ed. Weinberger
Directed by William A. Graham
Starring Charlayne Woodard
Mae Mercer
Nell Carter
Alaina Reed Hall
Scoey Mitchell
Clifton Davis
Music by Stan Daniels
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
Production
Producer(s) James L. Brooks
Stan Daniels
David Davis
Ed. Weinberger
Cinematography Larry Boelens
Editor(s) Vince Humphrey
Kenneth R. Koch
Running time 98 minutes
Production company(s) John-Charles-Walters Productions
Distributor Paramount Television
Release
Original release
  • March 24, 1978 (1978-03-24)

Cindy is a 1978 American musical television film that features an entirely African-American cast. Directed by William A. Graham, the film is an urbanized retelling of Cinderella.

Plot

After World War II, Cindy (Woodard) has moved from the south to live in Harlem with her newly blended family. She finds herself constantly abused by her stepmother and stepsisters. Her father (Mitchell) provides some comfort but cannot prevent the abuse entirely. One night, she meets Captain Joe Prince (Davis) and is swept off her feet. Soon after, a romance ensues.

Cast

Awards and nominations

Emmy Award

  • 1978: Nominated, “Outstanding Achievement in Costume Design for Music-Variety” – Sandra Stewart

See also


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