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Watermelon Man

1970s US comedy directed by Melvin Van Peebles. Racist insurance salesman Jeff Gerber (Godfrey Cambridge) lives a happy life in the suburbs with his wife, Althea (Estelle Parsons), until one day he awakens to discover his skin has changed colour.

As he tries to come to terms with living as an African American, Jeff is subjected to racist abuse and harassment at every turn.

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Product Details
Melvin Van Peebles
PHILTD189
5060697920543
Blu-ray (Blu-ray / Limited Edition)
Region B  Learn More
English
25/05/2020
1970
Feature, Comedy
1
Retail/Rental
100 mins
(15) Suitable for 15 years and over.
Special Features
  • Interactive Menus
  • Interviews: Melvin Van Peebles (director), Racquel Gates (academic/author)