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Sky Captain

Name: Sky Captain
Genre: Drama
Released: 1985-01-01
Duration: 65 min
Rating: 8

★ 8,0 /10 (1 Votes)

1985 EN 65 min

Overview

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.

Release date

01/01/1985

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Popularity

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