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2007 / 59min.
Rating6.5
Genres
Documentary
Synopsis
This documentary captures the sounds and images of a nearly forgotten era in film history when African American filmmakers and studios created “race movies” exclusively for black audiences. The best of these films attempted to counter the demeaning stereotypes of black Americans prevalent in the popular culture of the day. About 500 films were produced, yet only about 100 still exist. Filmmaking pioneers like Oscar Micheaux, the Noble brothers, and Spencer Williams, Jr. left a lasting influence on black filmmakers, and inspired generations of audiences who finally saw their own lives reflected on the silver screen.
Directors
Brad Osborne
Actors
Ruby Dee Herb Jeffries Leroy Collins Pearl Bowser Lawrence Varnado Jeni Le Gon
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