Storyline
Mississippi in the early '60s is the setting for this story of a 12-year-old African-American girl who, along with her white friends, tries to ease increasing racial tensions.
Cast & Crew
Danny Glover
William
Lead
Denise Nicholas
Mother
LeVar Burton
Glenn Scott
Beah Richards
Miss Annie
Andrew Prine
Sheriff Connelly
Amanda Peterson
Jenny
PP
Pam Potillo
Rachel Henderson
PJ
Prentiss Jackson
Kevin
What People Are Saying
5.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Pressman's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
5.0
“Every frame feels alive. And the Children Shall Lead is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
