A key masterpiece of the L.A Rebellion, Bless Their Little Hearts distils the social concerns and aesthetics of that trailblazing movement in African American cinema. Billy Woodberry’s film showcases his attentive eye, sensitivity to the nuances of community and family, and the power of the blues.
Named to the National Film Registry, Bless Their Little Hearts features contributions by two iconic American artists: Charles Burnett (Killer of Sheep, To Sleep With Anger), who wrote and shot the film, and Kaycee Moore (Daughters of the Dust), whose powerful performance as Andais Banks remains a revelation.
The L.A. Rebellion
The L.A. Rebellion film movement was born in the late 20th century when a wave of Black graduates came through the UCLA Film School.
Director Billy Woodberry
Year 1984
Duration
1h 20m
Language English
Cast Nate Hardman, Kaycee Moore, Angela Burnett