The Black Candle (2009)
The origins of Kwanzaa and the seven principles upon which the pan-African holiday derives its meaning are explored in this fascinating documentary. Narrated by Maya Angelou.
Director: M.K. Asante
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 71 min
Release Date: January 4, 2009
Cast
- Maya Angelou - Self - Narrator
- Molefi Kete Asante - Self
- Jim Brown - Self
- Chuck D - Self
- Lovensky Jean-Baptiste - Self
- Maulana Karenga - Self
- Haki R. Madhubuti - Self
- Theodore Perkins - Self
- Dead Prez - Self
- Synthia Saint James - Self
Screenplay
Music: Nnenna Freelon, Derrick Hodge
Editing: Ted Griffis
Production: Asante Filmworx
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Français
Original Language: en
Keywords
kwanzaa
More Films by Director: M.K. Asante
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Black Candle about?
- The origins of Kwanzaa and the seven principles upon which the pan-African holiday derives its meaning are explored in this fascinating documentary. Narrated by Maya Angelou.
- Who directed The Black Candle?
- The Black Candle was directed by M.K. Asante.
- Who stars in The Black Candle?
- The Black Candle stars Maya Angelou, Molefi Kete Asante, Jim Brown, Chuck D, Lovensky Jean-Baptiste, Maulana Karenga.
- How long is The Black Candle?
- The Black Candle has a runtime of 1h 11m (71 minutes).
- What genre is The Black Candle?
- The Black Candle is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Black Candle produced?
- The Black Candle was produced in United States of America.