Still from Jazztime Tale — Jazztime Tale (1991) — Michael SpornPhotographed by Bob Bushell and Gary Becker

Michael Sporn

Jazztime Tale

Name: Jazztime Tale
Genre: Animation, Family
Released: 1991
Duration: 26 min

English / 1991 / 26m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Animation Family

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Synopsis

Set in Harlem in 1919, two girls - one white, one black - form a lifelong friendship through a chance encounter and the jazztime music of young "Fats" Waller.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorMichael Sporn

WriterMaxine Fisher

CinematographerBob Bushell, Gary Becker

EditorEd Askinazi

ProducerMichael Sporn

Cast

Ruby Deeas Narrator (voice)

Fairly McCaskillas Lucinda (voice)

Diana Cherkasas Rose (voice)

Billy Rowlandas Thomas (voice)

Valerie Everingas Naomi (voice)

Ken Prymusas Uncle Charles (voice)

Brenda Braxtonas Mrs. Mullins (voice)

Heidi Stallingsas Miss Downes (voice)

John Alleras Mr. Scott (voice)

Patricia Dyeas Mother (voice)

Michael Anziloneas Preacher (voice)

Randy Kaplanas Child (voice)