Goin' Back to T-Town (1993)

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Goin’ Back to T-Town tells the story of Greenwood, an extraordinary Black community in Tulsa, Oklahoma, that prospered during the 1920s and 30s despite rampant and hostile segregation. Torn apart in 1921 by one of the worst racially-motivated massacres in the nation’s history, the neighborhood rose from the ashes, and by 1936 boasted the largest concentration of Black-owned businesses in the U.S., known as “Black Wall Street.” Ironically, it could not survive the progressive policies of integration and urban renewal of the 1960s. Told through the memories of those who lived through the events, the film is a bittersweet celebration of small-town life and the resilience of a community’s spirit.

Director: Sam Pollard
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 53 min
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Editing: Betty Ciccarelli, Roll Starts
Production: GBH
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Sam Pollard
More Films in Genre: Documentary, History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Goin' Back to T-Town about?
Goin’ Back to T-Town tells the story of Greenwood, an extraordinary Black community in Tulsa, Oklahoma, that prospered during the 1920s and 30s despite rampant and hostile segregation. Torn apart in 1921 by one of the worst racially-motivated massacres in the nation’s history, the neighborhood rose from the ashes, and by 1936 boasted the largest concentration of Black-owned businesses in the U.S., known as “Black Wall Street.” Ironically, it could not survive the progressive policies of integration and urban renewal of the 1960s. Told through the memories of those who lived through the events, the film is a bittersweet celebration of small-town life and the resilience of a community’s spirit.
Who directed Goin' Back to T-Town?
Goin' Back to T-Town was directed by Sam Pollard.
Who stars in Goin' Back to T-Town?
Goin' Back to T-Town stars Ossie Davis.
How long is Goin' Back to T-Town?
Goin' Back to T-Town has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
What genre is Goin' Back to T-Town?
Goin' Back to T-Town is a Documentary, History film.