The Ditchdigger's Daughters (1997)

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Release Date: 1997

Duration: 92min

Category: Docudrama, Drama, Family Drama

Cast: Johnny E. Jensen, Carl Lumbly

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Based on the memoirs of Yvonne S. Thornton, this heartwarming, inspirational family drama centers on a poor black laborer who wanted his six daughters to grow up to be doctors. With a determination bordering on obsession, he demands much of his girls,... more

Based on the memoirs of Yvonne S. Thornton, this heartwarming, inspirational family drama centers on a poor black laborer who wanted his six daughters to grow up to be doctors. With a determination bordering on obsession, he demands much of his girls, something they don't always appreciate. He also makes many personal sacrifices to make sure they will succeed in life. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide less