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Brown Gravy
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Wikipedia article
'Brown Gravy' is a 1929 American comedy film with an African American cast. William Watson directed the Al Christie production. It was among the early "talkie" films released with African American casts. Octavus Roy Cohen wrote the story, part of a series he wrote for the 'Saturday Evening Post' adapted to film in collaborstion with Christie. The film's thin plot includes themes addressing religion, fraternal organizations, con men, and family life.
The New York Public Library has photos used in promoting the film including caricatures of the leads. The film features a singing contest between choral groups in Memphis.
Cast
*Spencer Williams
*Roberta Hyson
*Sam McDaniel
*Edward Thompson'
*Evelyn Preer
*The Georgia Jubilee Singers
References
Category:1929 comedy films
Category:1929 films
Category:American comedy films
Category:1920s American films
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