The Lure and the Lore(1988)
The Lure and the Lore Synopsis
A collaboration between filmmaker Ayoka Chenzira and performance artist Thomas Pinnock, who performs his "immigrant folktales" using traditional lore of his native Jamaica to dramatize his migration to New York in the 60's.
The Lure and the Lore (1988) is a documentary film directed by Ayoka Chenzira, released on January 1, 1988 with a runtime of 15m. It stars Thomas Pinnock. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Ayoka Chenzira
- Writers:
- Thomas Pinnock
- Producers:
- Ayoka Chenzira
- Production:
- Crossgrain Pictures
- Status:
- Released
The Lure and the Lore Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Ayoka Chenzira, written by Thomas Pinnock, produced by Ayoka Chenzira.
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The Lure and the Lore – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Lure and the Lore online?
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The Lure and the Lore (1988) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in The Lure and the Lore?
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The main cast of The Lure and the Lore (1988) includes Thomas Pinnock. The film was directed by Ayoka Chenzira. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Lure and the Lore released?
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The Lure and the Lore was released on January 1, 1988 and runs for 15m.
Is The Lure and the Lore worth watching?
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The Lure and the Lore (1988) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.