Movie

Bright Leaves

★ 7.0(16)20041h 48m

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Good to know

Director: Ross McElwee
Release date: 2004-04-28
Runtime: 1h 48m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Channel 4 Television

About Bright Leaves

Bright Leaves is a 2004 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Ross McElwee, starring Ross McElwee, Brian Baucom and Susan Bennett. It has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 16 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Bright Leaves in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ross McElwee travels through the North Carolina tobacco belt in search of the ancient southern traditions associated with tobacco growing and use, while comparing his filmmaking to commercial cinema, represented by Bright Leaf, a melodrama directed by Michael Curtiz in 1950, starring Gary Cooper, apparently based on the life of his great-grandfather.

Cast

Ross McElwee

Himself - Narrator (voice)

Brian Baucom

Susan Bennett

Ed Bivens

R. Bullock

Jack Clayton

Mary Clayton

Marian Fitz-Simmons

Alan Gurganus

Steve Herman

Robbie Lane Jackson

Elizabeth King

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Bright Leaves in Mexico?+

Bright Leaves is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Bright Leaves on Netflix?+

Bright Leaves is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Bright Leaves?+

Bright Leaves has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

Who stars in Bright Leaves?+

Bright Leaves stars Ross McElwee, Brian Baucom, Susan Bennett, Ed Bivens and R. Bullock.

When did Bright Leaves come out?+

Bright Leaves is a 2004 movie directed by Ross McElwee.

What genre is Bright Leaves?+

Bright Leaves is Documentary film.

Who directed Bright Leaves?+

Bright Leaves was directed by Ross McElwee.