Black Memorabilia (2018)

Black Memorabilia (2018) poster

Filmmaker Chico Colvard investigates the propagation of demeaning representations of African-Americans. From industrial China to the rural American south to contemporary Brooklyn, we observe the people and places that reproduce, consume and reclaim BLACK MEMORABILIA. This feature documentary takes us on a journey into the material culture of racialized artifacts and confronts us with the incendiary features of these objects. BLACK MEMORABILIA also moves beyond perverse attractions and absolute objections to collectibles and antiques that serve as reminders of America's troubled racial history. In the midst of roiling ethnic unrest in the US today, the film's confrontation of our feelings about these objects strikes at the heart of a pressing contemporary issue and opens a unique dialogue about the continuing legacy of racism in America.

Director: Chico Colvard
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 56 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Editing: Hannah Buck
Production: C-Line Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

racism

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Memorabilia about?
Filmmaker Chico Colvard investigates the propagation of demeaning representations of African-Americans. From industrial China to the rural American south to contemporary Brooklyn, we observe the people and places that reproduce, consume and reclaim BLACK MEMORABILIA. This feature documentary takes us on a journey into the material culture of racialized artifacts and confronts us with the incendiary features of these objects. BLACK MEMORABILIA also moves beyond perverse attractions and absolute objections to collectibles and antiques that serve as reminders of America's troubled racial history. In the midst of roiling ethnic unrest in the US today, the film's confrontation of our feelings about these objects strikes at the heart of a pressing contemporary issue and opens a unique dialogue about the continuing legacy of racism in America.
Who directed Black Memorabilia?
Black Memorabilia was directed by Chico Colvard.
How long is Black Memorabilia?
Black Memorabilia has a runtime of 56m (56 minutes).
What genre is Black Memorabilia?
Black Memorabilia is a Documentary film.
Where was Black Memorabilia produced?
Black Memorabilia was produced in United States of America.