Porgy and Bess
Porgy and Bess (1959) is a music drama, directed by Otto Preminger. It stars Sidney Poitier and Dorothy Dandridge. The 138-minute film holds an audience score of 6.3/10.
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What Porgy and Bess Is About
In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully.
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What is Porgy and Bess about?
In the early 1900s, the fictional Catfish Row section of Charleston, South Carolina serves as home to a black fishing community. Crippled beggar Porgy, who travels about in a goat-drawn cart, loves the drug-addicted Bess, who lives with stevedore Crown, the local bully.
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How long is Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess runs for 138 minutes (2h 18m).
When did Porgy and Bess come out?
Porgy and Bess was released in 1959.
Who directed Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess was directed by Otto Preminger.
Who stars in Porgy and Bess?
Porgy and Bess stars Sidney Poitier, Dorothy Dandridge, Sammy Davis Jr., Pearl Bailey.
What is Porgy and Bess's rating?
Porgy and Bess holds 6.9/10 on IMDb and 6.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.
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