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Nightjohn

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This is a beautiful story about the power of reading. The film gives a moving insight into the condition of slavery in general and those who tried to open the door to literacy in particular. It is wonderfully acted, directed, and written. I showed it to my 8th grade reading class and they were enthralled. (And it isn't easy to enthrall 8th graders these days) Once you see it you will never forget it.

I love this movie, the first time I saw it was at a showing given by the Delta's, a African American female sorority at the International House in Philadelphia. It was like history coming alive before my eyes, the lesson it taught on the value of education was unforgettable.
When the lights went up, we were engaged in a dialogue led by poet, Sonia Sanchez on the impact of what we viewed and how relevant it was to all educators and students today.
I could only keep asking how to purchase the video!! A few days later I visited my video rental store and their it was on the shelf...it was sold to me for $10!
I have since purchased over half a dozen [...] and given as gifts to lovers of American history. I also present workshops on slavery, Civil War and Literature in many schools, that connect to my storytelling work, featuring the works of Paul Laurence Dunbar. I often recommend this video to the teachers to show in the middle to university level before I come to the classroom or assembly.

It is realistically powerful! Excellent acting by all! Beautiful visuals and a great storyline from the cabin to the big house.

I gave the last one away to a friend who is working on a Slavery Museum here in Philadelphia, so I keep ordering more!

When I got this movie and watched it I was diaaapointed because I bought it from the "Patty Duke Auction" and she is not in. In spite of that it is a great movie and the otheer reviews sum it up pretty good. Worth keeping. (: misskittykatt ^..^

I first saw this movie on television with my children. Since then I have probably viewed it over ten times and I am still moved by the powerful message this movie shares. The message is the importance of reading to all, to further the movement of your people. This is a great film to use during Black History month. I can't say enough about it.....just see it!