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Native Son (1950)

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The first film version of Richard Wright's now classic American tragedy stars the acclaimed author himself. Chicago, 1930. Bigger Thomas, a poor but proud young black teen, coming-of-age in the inner city, accidentally murders Mary Dalton, the reckless daughter of his wealthy white employers. Panic-stricken, Bigger hides the girl's body. But when his crime is found out, Chicago's most prominent white citizens rally like a lynch mob to see him punished to the letter of the law.

Unrated, 1 hr. 51 min.

Drama

Mar 30, 1994

All Critics (3) | Top Critics (1) | Fresh (0) | Rotten (2)

When Richard Wright went wrong.

August 10, 2007 Full Review Source: Film Threat | Comment
Film Threat

A mediocre 'man-on-the-run' crime drama without any twists or likable three-dimensional characters to keep your interest.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: DustinPutman.com | Comment
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