The Legend of Glynn Turman

The Legend of Glynn Turman

The life and career of actor Glynn Turman

2022 · 95 min · Documentary

Actor Glynn Turman makes his Broadway debut at 12 years old in the original production of “A Raisin in the Sun” opposite Sidney Poitier and becomes a silver screen legend for six decades.

Directed by Juney Smith · Written by Juney Smith

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