

Follow the Drinking Gourd
1990-09-01 · 26 min · Not rated
Based on the traditional American folksong, this compelling tale recounts the daring adventures of one family's escape from slavery via the Underground Railroad. This touching story captures all the drama of a perilous flight to freedom. Narrated by Morgan Freeman.
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- John McCally
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- Rabbit Ears Productions
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- Released
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