Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution (2009)
The Haitian Revolution represents the only successful slave revolution in history
The Haitian Revolution represents the only successful slave revolution in history; it created the world's first Black republic --- traumatizing Southern planters, inspiring U.S. Blacks, and invigorating anti-slavery activist world-wide. At the forefront of the rebellion was General Toussaint Louverture, an ex-slave whose genius was admired by allies and enemies alike.
Director: Noland Walker
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: January 25, 2009
Cast
- Edwidge Danticat - Narrator
- Jacques Derosena - Toussaint Louverture (voice)
- Krystel Roche - Haitian Creole Narrator
Music: Eric Amdahl
Cinematography: Michael Chin
Production: Koval Films, PBS
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Noland Walker
More Films in Genre: Documentary, History
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution about?
- The Haitian Revolution represents the only successful slave revolution in history; it created the world's first Black republic --- traumatizing Southern planters, inspiring U.S. Blacks, and invigorating anti-slavery activist world-wide. At the forefront of the rebellion was General Toussaint Louverture, an ex-slave whose genius was admired by allies and enemies alike.
- Who directed Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution?
- Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution was directed by Noland Walker.
- Who stars in Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution?
- Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution stars Edwidge Danticat, Jacques Derosena, Krystel Roche.
- How long is Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution?
- Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution?
- Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution is a Documentary, History film.