Mother of the River
1995 | 28 minutes | 0.0 ★ (0)
- Overview
In this poignant story set in the 1850s, a young slave girl befriends a magical woman in the woods called Mother of the River. Through their friendship the young girl learns about independence, honor, humility and respect for others. MOTHER OF THE RIVER is a rare portrayal of slavery from a young woman's perspective.
- Release Date
07 July 1995
- DirectingZeinabu irene Davis
- Budget
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$0.00
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