CinemaOSMovie · 1985 · 1h 5m · NR

Sky Captain

80%(1)IMDbDrama

Like many Black and Latino teenagers in his neighborhood, Gerald Hart finds adventure and relief from the pressure of poverty and disappointment by leaping from the roof of an abandoned building known throughout his community as the “Club House”. There, in spite of obvious dangers, he imitates Superman and finds happiness.. but the unhappy side of Gerald is gaining ground. He contemplates suicide and, thereby, encounters a strange spiritual phenomenon. “Sky Captain” showcases Reggae, Rap music and Breakdance. “Sky Captain” is original drama Written and Directed by Neema Barnette. Based on the impact of her observations as a former New York City school teacher.

Directed byNeema Barnette

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 5m
Language
EN
Released
January 1, 1985

Featuring

Cast & crew

4 credited
Starring

Ernest Hardin

Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs

Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs

Lynn Moody

Reed McCants

Creative team
Directed by
Neema Barnette
Neema Barnette
Written by
Neema Barnette
Neema Barnette

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