Go Tell It on the Mountain

Over a single, pivotal Saturday in 1930s Harlem, 14-year-old John Grimes wrestles with his religious calling and his fraught relationship with his abusive, hypocritical stepfather, Gabriel. Extended flashbacks explore the oppressive Southern past and personal histories of John's mother, his aunt, and Gabriel, ultimately illuminating the generational trauma and complex family secrets that shape his life.

• Release date
• August 31, 1984
• Runtime
• 96 min
• Genres
• Drama, TV Movie
• Director
• Stan Lathan

Cast

Paul Winfield Gabriel Grimes James Bond III John Olivia Cole Elizabeth

R

Rodrick F. Wimberly Roy Rosalind Cash Aunt Florence Rose Weaver Mother Washington

D

Desiree Coleman Ella Mae Giancarlo Esposito Elisha