Fences
Some people build fences to keep people out, and other people build fences to keep people in.
2016 · 2h 19m · PG-13
Drama
Directed by
Denzel Washington
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Fences
Overview
In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.
Director and cast
- Denzel Washington Director
- Denzel Washington as Troy Maxson
- Viola Davis as Rose Maxson
- Stephen McKinley Henderson as Jim Bono
- Jovan Adepo as Cory Maxson
- Russell Hornsby as Lyons Maxson
- Mykelti Williamson as Gabriel Maxson
- Saniyya Sidney as Raynell Maxson
- Lesley Boone as Evangelist Preacher
- Christopher Mele as Deputy Commissioner
- Jason Silvis as Garbage Truck Driver
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