Something to Sing About (2000 film)

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Something to Sing About
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Theatrical release poster
Directed byCharlie Jordan
Produced byJohn Shepherd
Starring Darius McCrary
Irma P. Hall
Tamera Mowry
Rashaan Nall
Lobo Sebastian
Distributed by World Wide Pictures
Release date
  • June 10, 2000 (2000-06-10)(United States)
Running time
87 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Something to Sing About is a 2000 American Christian drama film directed by Charlie Jordan, and starring Irma P. Hall, Darius McCrary, Kirk Franklin, Tamera Mowry, Rashaan Nall, and Helen Martin (in her final film appearance). It was produced by John Shepherd of World Wide Pictures. The storyline revolves around a young man, Tommy, an ex-convict who is trying to make a more fulfilling life for himself. It was the last film appearance for theater, film and television actress Helen Martin.

Plot

The film opens as Tommy, Darius McCrary, is reading a newspaper, trying to find a job. He eventually finds God and acceptance with help from people around who care.


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