I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
Based on writer Maya Angelou's eloquent reminiscences of her days as a gifted youngster growing up in the South during the Depression years where she and her older brother were raised by their grandmother after the divorce of their parents.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1979 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, TV Movie |
| Director | Fielder Cook |
| Runtime | 96 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.0/10 (9 votes) |
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I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings is an acquired taste at 4.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1979. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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