Tyson, Cicely
Overview
| Works: | 271 works in 859 publications in 3 languages and 39,538 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Drama Film adaptations History Made-for-TV movies Comedy films Television adaptations Historical films Biographical television programs Television mini-series Historical television programs |
| Roles: | Actor, Performer, Narrator, Speaker, Host, Author, Interviewee, Other |
| Classifications: | PN1997.2, 791.4372 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Cicely Tyson
- New women in entertainment by Kathleen Bowman( Book )
- The 2015 Kennedy Center Honors recipients : Carole King, George Lucas, Rita Moreno, Seiji Ozawa, Cicely Tyson( Book )
- Cicely Tyson( )
- Kennedy Center honors( Visual )
- Seldom interviewed jazz innovator, Miles Davis, talks about his life in an interview with Bryant Gumbel by Miles Davis( Recording )
- The heart is a lonely hunter : Warner Bros.-Seven Arts Pressbook( Book )
- Brown sugar television stills collection( Visual )
- A Hand is on the gate theater stills collection by Bert Andrews( Visual )
- Contemporary black biography : profiles from the international black community( Book )
- The Body human: becoming a woman television stills collection( Visual )
- An evening with Cicely Tyson( Book )
- Contemporary Black biography. profiles from the international Black community( Book )
- Tyson, Cicely( Book )
- A hero ain't nothing but a sandwich motion picture stills collection( Visual )
- Great performances television stills collection( Visual )
- A woman called Moses( Visual )
- Cicely Tyson portrait collection( Visual )
- Helen Armstead-Johnson photograph collection : personalities by Helen A Johnson( Visual )
- Contemporary Black biography. profiles from the international Black community by Michael L LaBlanc( )
- Contemporary Black biography. profiles from the international Black community by Gale (Firm)( )
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Most widely held works by
Cicely Tyson
The Help by
Tate Taylor(
Visual
)
37 editions published between 2011 and 2014 in 3 languages and held by 3,550 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mississippi during the 1960s: Skeeter, a southern society girl, returns from college determined to become a writer, but turns her friends' lives, and a small Mississippi town, upside down when she decides to interview the black women who have spent their lives taking care of prominent southern families. Aibileen, Skeeter's best friend's housekeeper, is the first to open up, to the dismay of her friends in the tight-knit black community
37 editions published between 2011 and 2014 in 3 languages and held by 3,550 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mississippi during the 1960s: Skeeter, a southern society girl, returns from college determined to become a writer, but turns her friends' lives, and a small Mississippi town, upside down when she decides to interview the black women who have spent their lives taking care of prominent southern families. Aibileen, Skeeter's best friend's housekeeper, is the first to open up, to the dismay of her friends in the tight-knit black community
Roots by
John Erman(
Visual
)
50 editions published between 1977 and 2016 in English and held by 3,397 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An adaptation of Alex Haley's Roots, in which he traces his family's history from the mid-18th century when one of his ancestors was captured and sold into slavery. Follows the struggle for freedom that began with the boys' abduction to America and continues throughout the generations that follow
50 editions published between 1977 and 2016 in English and held by 3,397 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An adaptation of Alex Haley's Roots, in which he traces his family's history from the mid-18th century when one of his ancestors was captured and sold into slavery. Follows the struggle for freedom that began with the boys' abduction to America and continues throughout the generations that follow
Because of Winn-Dixie by
Kate DiCamillo(
Visual
)
33 editions published between 2004 and 2013 in English and French and held by 2,742 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The heartwarming 'tail' of a young girl whose life is changed by a scruffy, fun-loving pooch she names Winn-Dixie. The special bond between them works magic on her reserved dad and the eccentric townspeople they meet during one unforgettable summer
33 editions published between 2004 and 2013 in English and French and held by 2,742 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The heartwarming 'tail' of a young girl whose life is changed by a scruffy, fun-loving pooch she names Winn-Dixie. The special bond between them works magic on her reserved dad and the eccentric townspeople they meet during one unforgettable summer
Fried green tomatoes by
Jon Avnet(
Visual
)
31 editions published between 1991 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 2,668 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A chance encounter in a nursing home leads to an unexpected friendship between a dowdy housewife and a spry octogenarian who tells her the story of a fiercely independent woman half a century ago, inspiring the housewife to change her life, often with hilarious results
31 editions published between 1991 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 2,668 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A chance encounter in a nursing home leads to an unexpected friendship between a dowdy housewife and a spry octogenarian who tells her the story of a fiercely independent woman half a century ago, inspiring the housewife to change her life, often with hilarious results
The autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman by
Ernest J Gaines(
Visual
)
52 editions published between 1973 and 2016 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The history of blacks in the south as seen through the eyes of a 110-year-old former slave. Based on the novel by Ernest J. Gaines
52 editions published between 1973 and 2016 in English and Undetermined and held by 2,509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The history of blacks in the south as seen through the eyes of a 110-year-old former slave. Based on the novel by Ernest J. Gaines
Sounder by
William H Armstrong(
Visual
)
49 editions published between 1971 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 2,102 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The story of a black sharecropper family living in Louisiana during the Depression. The father steals food for his family and is sent to prison. While he is in jail the mother provides love, security and strength at home. The oldest son bravely becomes the man of the house until his father returns home
49 editions published between 1971 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 2,102 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The story of a black sharecropper family living in Louisiana during the Depression. The father steals food for his family and is sent to prison. While he is in jail the mother provides love, security and strength at home. The oldest son bravely becomes the man of the house until his father returns home
Alex Cross by
Rob Cohen(
Visual
)
13 editions published between 2012 and 2015 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,577 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A homicide detective is pushed to the brink of his moral and physical limits as he tangles with a ferociously skilled serial killer who specializes in torture and pain
13 editions published between 2012 and 2015 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,577 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A homicide detective is pushed to the brink of his moral and physical limits as he tangles with a ferociously skilled serial killer who specializes in torture and pain
The Rosa Parks story by
Julie Dash(
Visual
)
14 editions published between 2001 and 2016 in English and held by 1,367 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Dramatic biography of Rosa McCauley Parks, who in 1955 created the spark that began the modern Civil Rights Movement
14 editions published between 2001 and 2016 in English and held by 1,367 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Dramatic biography of Rosa McCauley Parks, who in 1955 created the spark that began the modern Civil Rights Movement
A lesson before dying by
Ernest J Gaines(
Visual
)
12 editions published between 1999 and 2010 in English and held by 1,241 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A frustrated teacher in a southern town finds his own purpose in helping to bring meaning to the last days of a young man due to be executed. In teaching one person to die with dignity, he redeems himself
12 editions published between 1999 and 2010 in English and held by 1,241 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A frustrated teacher in a southern town finds his own purpose in helping to bring meaning to the last days of a young man due to be executed. In teaching one person to die with dignity, he redeems himself
Tyler Perry's Madea's family reunion : the movie(
Visual
)
9 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 1,175 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Follows the adventures of Southern matriarch Madea. She has just been court ordered to be in charge of Nikki, a rebellious runaway, her nieces, Lisa and Vanessa, are suffering relationship trouble, and through it all, she has to organize her family reunion
9 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 1,175 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Follows the adventures of Southern matriarch Madea. She has just been court ordered to be in charge of Nikki, a rebellious runaway, her nieces, Lisa and Vanessa, are suffering relationship trouble, and through it all, she has to organize her family reunion
Tyler Perry's Why did I get married too? by
Tyler Perry(
Visual
)
10 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 1,174 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Gathered together in the Bahamas for their annual one-week reunion, four close couples eagerly reconnect, sharing news about their lives and relationships. But their intimate week in paradise is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Sheila's ex-husband, Mike, who hopes to break up her new marriage with Troy and win her back. With their relationships hanging in the balance when they return home, each couple must choose between blame and forgiveness
10 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 1,174 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Gathered together in the Bahamas for their annual one-week reunion, four close couples eagerly reconnect, sharing news about their lives and relationships. But their intimate week in paradise is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Sheila's ex-husband, Mike, who hopes to break up her new marriage with Troy and win her back. With their relationships hanging in the balance when they return home, each couple must choose between blame and forgiveness
The heart is a lonely hunter by
Robert Ellis Miller(
Visual
)
9 editions published between 1968 and 2012 in 3 languages and held by 1,022 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"John Singer, who is deaf ... moves from a small town in order to be close to his institutionalized friend Antonapoulos, who is deaf and mentally impaired. Singer rents a room with a family whose father, Mr. Kelly, is unable to earn a living due to a serious injury. His teen-aged daughter Mick is at first resentful of Singer's presence, but he ingratiates himself by introducing her to classical music (which he can "feel," if not hear). Singer likewise tries to brighten the lives of such unfortunates as alcoholic Blount, dying black doctor Copeland, and Copeland's poverty-stricken daughter."--Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
9 editions published between 1968 and 2012 in 3 languages and held by 1,022 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"John Singer, who is deaf ... moves from a small town in order to be close to his institutionalized friend Antonapoulos, who is deaf and mentally impaired. Singer rents a room with a family whose father, Mr. Kelly, is unable to earn a living due to a serious injury. His teen-aged daughter Mick is at first resentful of Singer's presence, but he ingratiates himself by introducing her to classical music (which he can "feel," if not hear). Singer likewise tries to brighten the lives of such unfortunates as alcoholic Blount, dying black doctor Copeland, and Copeland's poverty-stricken daughter."--Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
Maya Angelou, and still I rise(
Visual
)
5 editions published between 2016 and 2017 in English and held by 851 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Examines the life and legacy of African American poet, memoirist, and civil rights worker Maya Angelou, from her upbringing in the Depression-era South to her work with Malcolm X in Ghana to the recitation of her inaugural poem for President Bill Clinton. Includes Angelou's own words woven together with archival photographs and videos as well as interviews with Angelou's friends and family
5 editions published between 2016 and 2017 in English and held by 851 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Examines the life and legacy of African American poet, memoirist, and civil rights worker Maya Angelou, from her upbringing in the Depression-era South to her work with Malcolm X in Ghana to the recitation of her inaugural poem for President Bill Clinton. Includes Angelou's own words woven together with archival photographs and videos as well as interviews with Angelou's friends and family
Last flag flying(
Visual
)
5 editions published between 2017 and 2018 in English and held by 835 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Thirty years after they served together in Vietnam, a former Navy Corpsman re-unites with his old buddies to bury his son, a young Marine killed in the Iraq War, in Arlington National Cemetery. When he learns that the authorities have told him a lie about the circumstances of his son's death, he decides, with the help of the two others, to transport him home to Portsmouth. And so begins the journey, centered around a solemn mission but, as in the first book, a protest against injustice and celebration of life too, at once irreverent, funny, profane, and deeply moving
5 editions published between 2017 and 2018 in English and held by 835 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Thirty years after they served together in Vietnam, a former Navy Corpsman re-unites with his old buddies to bury his son, a young Marine killed in the Iraq War, in Arlington National Cemetery. When he learns that the authorities have told him a lie about the circumstances of his son's death, he decides, with the help of the two others, to transport him home to Portsmouth. And so begins the journey, centered around a solemn mission but, as in the first book, a protest against injustice and celebration of life too, at once irreverent, funny, profane, and deeply moving
Diary of a mad black woman by
Kimberly Elise(
Visual
)
7 editions published between 2005 and 2013 in English and held by 797 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Charles, an attorney, and Helen, the devoted wife, seem to have everything: money, a beautiful mansion, the American Dream. But just as Helen prepares to celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary, her life takes a twist. Special features include: featurettes, commentary, deleted scenes, outtakes, photo gallery, and more
7 editions published between 2005 and 2013 in English and held by 797 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Charles, an attorney, and Helen, the devoted wife, seem to have everything: money, a beautiful mansion, the American Dream. But just as Helen prepares to celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary, her life takes a twist. Special features include: featurettes, commentary, deleted scenes, outtakes, photo gallery, and more
A woman called Moses(
Visual
)
7 editions published between 1978 and 2001 in English and held by 741 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is the story of Harriet Ross Tubman, founder of the Underground Railroad, who led hundreds of slaves to freedom in the North before the Civil War
7 editions published between 1978 and 2001 in English and held by 741 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This is the story of Harriet Ross Tubman, founder of the Underground Railroad, who led hundreds of slaves to freedom in the North before the Civil War
The women of Brewster Place by Joyce Baucom(
Visual
)
15 editions published between 1988 and 2017 in English and Undetermined and held by 679 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mattie Michael, whose life has been plagued by misfortunes, is alone in a ghetto tenement on Brewster Place. She gradually unites the other tenement women to help them struggle for a new life
15 editions published between 1988 and 2017 in English and Undetermined and held by 679 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mattie Michael, whose life has been plagued by misfortunes, is alone in a ghetto tenement on Brewster Place. She gradually unites the other tenement women to help them struggle for a new life
Horton Foote's The trip to Bountiful(
Visual
)
1 edition published in 2014 in English and held by 617 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Carrie Watts begrudgingly lives with her busy, overprotective son, Ludie, and pretentious daughter-in-law, Jessie Mae. No longer able to drive and forbidden to travel alone, she wishes for freedom from the confines of the house and begs her son to take her on a visit to her hometown of Bountiful. When he refuses, Mrs. Watts is undeterred and makes an escape to the local bus station, where she befriends Thelma, a young woman traveling home
1 edition published in 2014 in English and held by 617 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Carrie Watts begrudgingly lives with her busy, overprotective son, Ludie, and pretentious daughter-in-law, Jessie Mae. No longer able to drive and forbidden to travel alone, she wishes for freedom from the confines of the house and begs her son to take her on a visit to her hometown of Bountiful. When he refuses, Mrs. Watts is undeterred and makes an escape to the local bus station, where she befriends Thelma, a young woman traveling home
King(
Visual
)
15 editions published between 1978 and 2015 in English and held by 594 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A powerful portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and events of the Civil Rights Movement leading up to his assassination
15 editions published between 1978 and 2015 in English and held by 594 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A powerful portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and events of the Civil Rights Movement leading up to his assassination
An introduction to A lesson before dying by Ernest J. Gaines : audio guide by
Dan Stone(
Recording
)
7 editions published between 2007 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 590 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Discusses the theme and characters in Gaines's novel and includes excerpts from the book and background information on the author
7 editions published between 2007 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 590 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Discusses the theme and characters in Gaines's novel and includes excerpts from the book and background information on the author
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Related Identities
- Universal Pictures (Firm) Producer
- Winfield, Paul Other Actor
- Perry, Tyler Director Author of screenplay Composer Producer Actor
- Touchstone Home Entertainment (Firm)
- Dreamworks Pictures
- Gaines, Ernest J. 1933- Bibliographic antecedent Author
- Lions Gate Films
- Winborne, Hughes Film editor Actor
- Spacek, Sissy Actor
- Daniels, Jeff 1955- Performer Actor
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Associated Subjects
Adventure and adventurers African American families African American men African American psychologists African Americans African Americans--Civil rights African American women African American women household employees Alabama--Montgomery City and town life Civil rights movements Civil rights workers Cross, Alex--(Fictitious character) Death row inmates Depressions Divorced women Dogs Families Family reunions Foster parents Friendship Gaines, Ernest J., Georgia--Atlanta Haley, Alex Haley family Homicide investigation Housekeepers Jackson family Kinte family Louisiana Man-woman relationships Marriage Matriarchy Mississippi Mississippi--Jackson Moore family Older women Parks, Rosa, Patterson, James, Police Poverty Race relations Segregation in transportation Serial murderers Slavery Southern States Stockett, Kathryn Travel with dogs United States Women--Social conditions
Alternative Names
Cicely Tyson actrice américaine
Cicely Tyson actriu estatunidenca
Cicely Tyson actriz estadounidense
Cicely Tyson aktorka amerykańska
Cicely Tyson americká herečka
Cicely Tyson Amerikaans actrice
Cicely Tyson amerikansk skådespelare
Cicely Tyson amerikansk skodespelar
Cicely Tyson amerikansk skuespiller
Cicely Tyson attrice statunitense
Cicely Tyson Skuespillerinne fra USA
Cicely Tyson US-amerikanische Schauspielerin, ehemaliges Fotomodel
Cicely Tyson Yhdysvaltalainen näyttelijä
Siseli Tajson
Σίσελι Τάισον
Сисели Тајсон
Сисъли Тайсън
Тайсон, Сисели
סיסלי טייסון
סיסלי טייסון שחקנית אמריקאית
سسلی ٹائسن
سیسیلی تایسون
سیسیلی تایسون بازیگر آمریکایی
사이슬리 타이슨
シシリー・タイソン
西西莉·泰森
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