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The Wishing Tree (1999)

Movie ★ 7.5 87 min

Fantasy TV Movie

When her storyteller mother (Mary Alice) dies, attorney Clara Collier (Alfre Woodard) returns to her Georgia hometown and is soon captivated by a local legend of the "Magic Man" (Blair Underwood). While looking for the source of the tale, Clara uncovers suprising family secrets. Czech filmmaker Ivan Passer directs this family drama that delves into the storytelling tradition of the Deep South. Blair Underwood and Helen Shaver co-star.

Ivan Passer Director Grant Scharbo Writer

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1999
Runtime
87 min
IMDb
tt0212615
Language

Cast

Alfre Woodard Alfre Woodard Clara Helen Shaver Helen Shaver Wallis Mary Alice Mary Alice Mattie Blair Underwood Blair Underwood Thomas Charles Weldon Charles Weldon Al "Alfred" Brooks Leslie Carlson Leslie Carlson Professor Peter Haworth Will

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Wishing Tree about?
When her storyteller mother (Mary Alice) dies, attorney Clara Collier (Alfre Woodard) returns to her Georgia hometown and is soon captivated by a local legend of the "Magic Man" (Blair Underwood). While looking for the source of the tale, Clara uncovers suprising family secrets. Czech filmmaker Ivan Passer directs this family drama that delves into the storytelling tradition of the Deep South. Blair Underwood and Helen Shaver co-star.
Who directed The Wishing Tree?
The Wishing Tree was directed by Ivan Passer.
Who stars in The Wishing Tree?
The Wishing Tree stars Alfre Woodard, Helen Shaver, Mary Alice, Blair Underwood.
When was The Wishing Tree released?
The Wishing Tree is a 1999 fantasy, tv movie film.
Where can I watch The Wishing Tree?
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