Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty (2003)
Actor Obba Babatundé hosts this biopic showcasing the life of acclaimed African-American singer and actress Dorothy Dandridge, who overcame racism and personal tragedy to become one of the most acclaimed performers of Hollywood's golden age. The film combines rare historical footage of Dandridge, on and off the stage, and interviews with stars such as Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy and Halle Berry discussing her powerful legacy.
Director: Ruth Adkins Robinson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: June 24, 2003
Cast
- Dorothy Dandridge - Self (archive footage)
- Obba Babatundé - Host
- Laurence Fishburne - Self
- Jasmine Guy - Self
- Rolonda Watts - Self
- Brock Peters - Self
- Fayard Nicholas - Self
- Carmen De Lavallade - Self
- Joe Adams - Self
- Alan L. Gansberg - Self
Screenplay
Production: Passport Video
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty about?
- Actor Obba Babatundé hosts this biopic showcasing the life of acclaimed African-American singer and actress Dorothy Dandridge, who overcame racism and personal tragedy to become one of the most acclaimed performers of Hollywood's golden age. The film combines rare historical footage of Dandridge, on and off the stage, and interviews with stars such as Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy and Halle Berry discussing her powerful legacy.
- Who directed Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty?
- Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty was directed by Ruth Adkins Robinson.
- Who stars in Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty?
- Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty stars Dorothy Dandridge, Obba Babatundé, Laurence Fishburne, Jasmine Guy, Rolonda Watts, Brock Peters.
- How long is Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty?
- Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty?
- Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty is a Documentary film.
- Where was Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty produced?
- Dorothy Dandridge: An American Beauty was produced in United States of America.