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"This documentary film covers a 24-day arts festival in Dakar, Senegal that highlighted Black contributions to the cultural heritage of mankind and was attended by an extraordinary cast of over 2,000 luminaries - including Duke Ellington, Langston Hughes, Alvin Ailey, Aime Cesaire, and Leopold Senghor - from dozens of countries. The film depicts performances by African and American entertainers and shows various works of art while also providing unparalleled insight from the perspective of the African American delegation. The film was written and directed by William Greaves" (US National Archives).
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The First World Festival of Negro Arts
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How long is The First World Festival of Negro Arts?
The First World Festival of Negro Arts has a runtime of 40m ( and 40 minutes).
Who directed The First World Festival of Negro Arts?
The First World Festival of Negro Arts was directed by William Greaves and released in 1966.
What genre is The First World Festival of Negro Arts?
The First World Festival of Negro Arts is a Documentary film (1966).
Who stars in The First World Festival of Negro Arts?
The cast of The First World Festival of Negro Arts includes William Greaves, Langston Hughes, Duke Ellington, Alvin Ailey, Aimé Césaire.
What is the TMDB rating for The First World Festival of Negro Arts?
The First World Festival of Negro Arts has a TMDB rating of 7.0/10 based on 1 votes.
