Movie Description
The American Negro
(1963)Overview
"This unfinished civil rights-era film details how segregation affects the daily lives of African Americans, and includes portions of interviews with James Farmer, Roy Wilkins, Whitney Young, and Ralph Metcalfe. Farmer, Wilkins, and Young were considered to be among the “Big Four” leaders in the U.S. civil rights movement, along with Martin Luther King, Jr. The film also describes the strides and challenges faced by African Americans in the areas of voting, housing, and education. The film was written by Louis Lomax, produced by Willard Van Dyke, directed by Graeme Ferguson, and narrated by Charles Gordone" (US National Archives).
Featured Crew
- Director : Graeme Ferguson
- Producer : Willard Van Dyke
- Cast : James Farmer,Roy Wilkins,Whitney Young,Ralph Metcalfe,Charles Gordone
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Facts
Original TitleThe American Negro
Status Released
Release Information
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1963-01-01
Original Language
Runtime 00h 26m
Production CompaniesUnited States Information Agency (USIA)
