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The Topdog Diaries

The Topdog Diaries

200254m
Documentary

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2002

Runtime

54m

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Storyline

An intimate portrait of Suzan-Lori Parks, featuring actors Don Cheadle and Jeffrey Wright. The film shows the playwright’s process and how a play gets produced in behind-the-scenes footage of Topdog/Underdog in rehearsal and performance. It captures the play’s triumphant Broadway debut and traces Parks’ opportunities, challenges, and personal milestones during the production of her 2002 Pulitzer Prize winner.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
54m
Nov 1, 2002
Director
Oren Jacoby
Production
ITVS
ITVS
Storyville Films
Storyville Films
Production Countries
United States of America

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