Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement

Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement (1978)

This documentary explores the growth and development of black theatre from its earliest roots, also examining its close ties with the civil rights movement. Included are interviews with veterans of the theatrical world such as James Earl Jones and Ed Bullins.

8.5
  • Release Date: 1978-12-31
  • Runtime: 2h 10min
  • Director: Woodie King Jr.

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Cast

  • Amiri Baraka

    Self

  • Ed Bullins

    Self

  • Lorraine Hansberry

    Self (Archive Footage)

  • James Earl Jones

    Self

  • Joseph Papp

    Self

  • Shauneille Perry

    Self

  • Ntozake Shange

    Self