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The Brother From Another Planet
Rated R · 104 minutes · 1984
Science Fiction
Science Fiction
"The Brother" (Joe Morton) is an alien and escaped slave on the run from his home planet. After he lands in New York City, he tries to adapt to life on the streets of Harlem. Although the Brother is mute, he does have great abilities at fixing machines, and he gets a job. As the Brother tries to blend in with his new culture, he finds an apartment and gradually makes friends. Meanwhile, he is pursued by two agents from his home world who are intent on returning there with him.
Director: John Sayles
Writer: John Sayles
Producer: Peggy Rajski and Maggie Renzi
Cast: Joe Morton, Daryl Edwards, Steve James, Leonard Jackson, Bill Cobbs, Maggie Renzi, Tom Wright, Ren Woods and Reggie Bythewood
Writer: John Sayles
Producer: Peggy Rajski and Maggie Renzi
Cast: Joe Morton, Daryl Edwards, Steve James, Leonard Jackson, Bill Cobbs, Maggie Renzi, Tom Wright, Ren Woods and Reggie Bythewood