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Black Theatre: The Making of a Movement (1978) Plot Summary Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1978 · 130 mins · English
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- Directed by
- Woodie King Jr.
- Starring
- James Earl Jones, Amiri Baraka, Joseph Papp, Lorraine Hansberry, Shauneille Perry, Ntozake Shange
The film traces the evolution of Black theatre from its earliest beginnings, highlighting its deep connection to the civil‑rights struggle. It interweaves personal recollections from pioneering artists—including James Earl Jones and playwright Ed Bullins—to show how the art form grew and influenced American culture.
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