US (1972): Drama
Set during the 1930s, Sounder is the tale of a family of black sharecroppers struggling to survive the Great Depression. After suffering months of poverty, the father (Paul Winfield) steals in order to support his family. He is sent to jail, leaving the mother (Cicely Tyson) to care for the family and farm, which is made even more difficult when one of her sons, (Kevin Hooks), begins pursuing an education. Adapted from William Armstrong's novel, this film is directed by Martin Ritt.. (Radnitz/Mattel, 20th Century-Fox) (Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Movie Guide)
4 nominations
· Best Picture 1972: Robert B. Radnitz - Producer (Radnitz-Mattel, 20th Century-Fox)
· Actor 1972: Paul Winfield
· Actress 1972: Cicely Tyson
· Writing (Screenplay based on material from another medium) 1972: Lonne Elder III