Movie Description CIVIL BRAND, directed by Neema Barnette, is a tough story of one woman's struggle to rebel against an unfair system of justice. Imprisoned for murdering her abusive husband, Frances Shepherd (LisaRaye) rounds up her fellow female inmates and organizes an uprising against the terrible conditions, slavish labor, and unfair treatment that they receive in jail.
| Credits | | Cast: | Clifton Powell, Lark Voorhies, Monica Calhoun, Reed McCants, Tichina Arnold |
| Details | | Sound: | Stereo Sound |
Notes Theatrical Release: AUGUST 22, 2003 (NY) AUGUST 29, 2003 (LA)
Editorial Reviews "...As entertaining as it is pertinent, the well-paced CIVIL BRAND is a potent calling card for the gifted, committed and versatile Neema Barnette..." Los Angeles Times - Kevin Thomas (08/29/2003)
"...There are some vivid performances..." New York Times - A. O. Scott (10/10/2003)
| See an error? Submit a change request |