Six American Families: The Georges of New York (1977)

"Six American Families." a new series of television specials that take an in-depth look at American family life, wil premiere on PBS (Public Broadcasting System) stations nationally on Monday, April 4, 1977. Each program centers about family with a different and diverse background. More than 200 families from all parts of the country were interviewed before the six different, yet typical families were selected for the series. The George family of New York City, a Black policeman with a working wife and three teenage children. The series was produced by Group W (Westinghouse Broadcasting Company) in association with the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist Church. The executive producer for Group W is George Moynihan. The originating station for PBS is KQED, San Francisco, " - original press release SIX AMERICAN FAMILIES (series of six 59-minute films, color, 16 mm., 1977). Produced by Westinghouse Broadcasting Company with the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist Church. ##### Reelblack's mission is to educate, elevate, entertain, enlighten, and empower through Black film. If there is content shared on this platform that you feel infringes on your intellectual property, please email me at [email protected] and [email protected] with details and it will be promptly removed.