Black Nativity

Black Nativity

The Musical Event of the Holiday Season

PG 2013 · 93 min · ★ 5.2 · Music, Drama

A street-wise teen from Baltimore who has been raised by a single mother travels to New York City to spend the Christmas holiday with his estranged relatives, where he embarks on a surprising and inspirational journey.

Directed by Kasi Lemmons · Written by Kasi Lemmons

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