Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement (1978)
This documentary explores the growth and development of black theatre from its earliest roots, also examining its close ties with the civil rights movement. Included are interviews with veterans of the theatrical world such as James Earl Jones and Ed Bullins.
Director: Woodie King Jr.
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 130 min
Release Date: December 31, 1978
Cast
- Amiri Baraka - Self
- Ed Bullins - Self
- Lorraine Hansberry - Self (Archive Footage)
- James Earl Jones - Self
- Joseph Papp - Self
- Shauneille Perry - Self
- Ntozake Shange - Self
Production: California Newsreel
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Woodie King Jr.
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement about?
- This documentary explores the growth and development of black theatre from its earliest roots, also examining its close ties with the civil rights movement. Included are interviews with veterans of the theatrical world such as James Earl Jones and Ed Bullins.
- Who directed Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement?
- Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement was directed by Woodie King Jr..
- Who stars in Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement?
- Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement stars Amiri Baraka, Ed Bullins, Lorraine Hansberry, James Earl Jones, Joseph Papp, Shauneille Perry.
- How long is Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement?
- Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement has a runtime of 2h 10m (130 minutes).
- What genre is Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement?
- Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement is a Documentary film.
- Where was Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement produced?
- Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement was produced in United States of America.