The Black Swallow
In 1959, Louise, a young white journalist, is looking for a story to tell. She encounters an old black man with an unforgettable story. Eugene Bullard, the first black fighter pilot… who now works as an elevator operator at the Rockefeller Center. No sooner does Louise begin her investigation, than Eugene disappears into the Great South to atone for his sins. He flees in the face of racial hatred but also his own story of heroism. Eugene’s life reads as an epic tale. But a mystery remains at the heart of this story, a moment of treason and loss. With his death imminent, Eugene knows that only the truth can redeem him. And only Louise, catching up with him at last, has unearthed the truth.
Director: Louis Jean Gorry
Genre: Animation, Drama, Romance
Runtime: 90 min
Screenplay
Production: La Luna Productions
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Black Swallow about?
- In 1959, Louise, a young white journalist, is looking for a story to tell. She encounters an old black man with an unforgettable story. Eugene Bullard, the first black fighter pilot… who now works as an elevator operator at the Rockefeller Center. No sooner does Louise begin her investigation, than Eugene disappears into the Great South to atone for his sins. He flees in the face of racial hatred but also his own story of heroism. Eugene’s life reads as an epic tale. But a mystery remains at the heart of this story, a moment of treason and loss. With his death imminent, Eugene knows that only the truth can redeem him. And only Louise, catching up with him at last, has unearthed the truth.
- Who directed The Black Swallow?
- The Black Swallow was directed by Louis Jean Gorry.
- How long is The Black Swallow?
- The Black Swallow has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is The Black Swallow?
- The Black Swallow is a Animation, Drama, Romance film.
- Where was The Black Swallow produced?
- The Black Swallow was produced in France.