
Black Rose of Harlem 1996
"A black jazz singer. A white gangster. They danced to the music of tommy guns."
Overview
A tragic love story set against the turbulent backdrop of the 1920's Chicago jazz clubs. Georgia, a beautiful black singer catches the eye of mobster Johnny Varona. But Johnny is betrothed to the daughter of mob boss Costanza, a man you don't say no to... and live! Can Johnny and Georgia find a way to fulfill their love -and- stay alive? Or will the mob prove to be an insurmountable force.
Director: Fred Gallo
Cast

Cynda Williams
Georgia

Nick Cassavetes
Johnny

Joe Viterelli
Costanza

Lawrence Monoson
Joey

Richard Brooks
Yancey

Garrett Morris
Wisdom

Richard T. Jones
Cateye

Maria Ford
Alba
Marcus Aurelius
Newby

Tony Burton
Turner