Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story(2008)
Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story Synopsis
Based on true events, The Lena Baker Story recounts one African-American womans struggle to rise above the challenges of her life, to face the choices she makes, and to ultimately triumph over her...Lena Baker was the first and only woman to be sentenced to death by the electric chair in the state of Georgia and was executed in 1945. She was pardoned posthumously in 2005.
Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story (2008) is a history, drama and crime film directed by Ralph Wilcox, released on November 6, 2008 with a runtime of 1h 40m. It stars Tichina Arnold, Dwayne Boyd, Chris Burns and Peter Coyote. Viewers rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Ralph Wilcox
- Producers:
- Dennis Johnson
- Cinematographer:
- Shawn Lewallen
- Composer:
- Todd Cochran
- Production:
- Schuster's Cash, Laughing Crow Entertainment
- Budget:
- $2,500,000
- Status:
- Released
Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story (2008) Trailer
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Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story Cast & Crew
Main cast
Tichina Arnold
as Lena Baker
Dwayne Boyd
as Juke Joint Man
- Chris Burns
Chris Burns
as Max Arthur
Peter Coyote
as Elliot Arthur
- Kenny Cook
Kenny Cook
as Barry Arthur
- Jasmine Farmer
Jasmine Farmer
as Jasmine Farmer
- Mike Hickman
Mike Hickman
as Mr. Candance
- Tom Huff
Tom Huff
as Ken Thomas
L. Warren Young
as Milton
Key crew
Directed by Ralph Wilcox, produced by Dennis Johnson.
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Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.0/10 from 7 ratings.
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Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story online?
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Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story (2008) is currently available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story?
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The main cast of Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story (2008) includes Tichina Arnold, Dwayne Boyd, Chris Burns, Peter Coyote and Kenny Cook. The film was directed by Ralph Wilcox. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story released?
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Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story was released on November 6, 2008 and runs for 1h 40m.
Is Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story worth watching?
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Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story (2008) holds an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy history, drama and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story?
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Yes. The official Hope & Redemption: The Lena Baker Story trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.