Free to Be… You and Me (1974)
Synopsis
Free to Be…You and Me, a project of the Ms. Foundation for Women, is a record album, and illustrated book first released in November 1972, featuring songs and stories from many current celebrities of the day (credited as "Marlo Thomas and Friends") such as Alan Alda, Rosey Grier, Cicely Tyson, Carol Channing, Michael Jackson, and Diana Ross, among others. An ABC Afterschool Special using poetry, songs, and sketches, followed two years later in March 1974. The basic concept is to encourage a post-60's gender neutrality, while saluting values such as individuality, tolerance, and happiness with one's identity. A major thematic message is that anyone, whether a boy or a girl, can achieve anything.
Release Date: 1974-03-11
Runtime: 48 minutes
Director: Len Steckler
Top Cast
- Marlo Thomas as Self - Host
- Alan Alda as Self
- Harry Belafonte as Self
- Mel Brooks as Baby Boy (voice)
- Rita Coolidge as Self
- Billy De Wolfe as The Principal (voice)
- Roberta Flack as Self / Young Girl
- Rosey Grier as Self
- Michael Jackson as Self / Young Boy
- Kris Kristofferson as Self
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Original Music Composer(s): N/A
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