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In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema — Storyline
This documentary captures the sounds and images of a nearly forgotten era in film history when African American filmmakers and studios created “race movies” exclusively for black audiences. The best of these films attempted to counter the demeaning stereotypes of black Americans prevalent in the popular culture of the day. About 500 films were produced, yet only about 100 still exist. Filmmaking pioneers like Oscar Micheaux, the Noble brothers, and Spencer Williams, Jr. left a lasting influence on black filmmakers, and inspired generations of audiences who finally saw their own lives reflected on the silver screen.
Cast & Crew
- Director: Brad Osborne
- Starring: Lawrence Varnado, Herb Jeffries, Ruby Dee, Jeni Le Gon, Leroy Collins, Pearl Bowser
In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema — Movie Details
| Release Date | 2007-09-15 |
| Runtime | 59 min |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Rating | 6.5/10 (4 votes) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema about? This documentary captures the sounds and images of a nearly forgotten era in film history when African American filmmakers and studios created “race movies” exc…
Who directed In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema? Brad Osborne.
Who stars in In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema? Lawrence Varnado, Herb Jeffries, Ruby Dee, Jeni Le Gon, Leroy Collins, Pearl Bowser.
Where can I watch In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
