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.
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In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema
Questions about In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema
How long is In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema?
In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema has a runtime of 59m ( and 59 minutes).
Who directed In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema?
In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema was directed by Brad Osborne and released in 2007.
What genre is In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema?
In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema is a Documentary film (2007).
Who stars in In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema?
The cast of In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema includes Lawrence Varnado, Herb Jeffries, Ruby Dee, Jeni Le Gon, Leroy Collins.
What is the TMDB rating for In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema?
In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema has a TMDB rating of 6.5/10 based on 4 votes.
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