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Black is-- black ain't : a personal journey through black identity / a presentation of California Newsreel ; Independent Television Service ; produced and directed by Marlon Riggs.

Format Video (DVD)
Publication Info[New York] : Docuramafilms : Distributed by New Video, [2008]
Description1 videodisc (approximately 87 min.) : sound, color and black and white ; 4 3/4 in.
Subject(s)
DVD-Video discs.
African Americans--Race identity.
African Americans--Attitudes.
African Americans--Color --Social aspects.
Stereotypes (Social psychology)--United States.
Other author/creatorRiggs, Marlon T.
Other author/creatorDavis, Angela Y. (Angela Yvonne), 1944-
Other author/creatorhooks, bell, 1952-2021
Other author/creatorWest, Cornel.
Other author/creatorCalifornia Newsreel (Firm)
Other author/creatorIndependent Television Service.
Other author/creatorDocurama (Firm)
Other author/creatorNew Video Group.
Abstract A frank and honest look at black identity in America. Uses incisive storytelling and commentary from prominent black intellectuals, including Angela Davis, Bell Hooks, and Cornel West. Meant to stir provocative debate and add reinforcement to a bold vision for a humanity that embraces all people. Explodes the myth that black America is monolithic.
General noteDocumentary.
General noteOriginally produced in 1995.
General noteProgram contents, c1995. Art and design: c2008.
Performer Interviews with Angela Davis, Bell Hooks, Cornel West.
Technical detailsDVD.
Awards noteSundance Film Festival Filmmaker's Trophy, 1995
Genre/formDocumentary films.
Genre/formDocumentary.
ISBN1422929264
ISBN9781422929261
UPC 767685146330
Publisher numberNNVG146331 New Video
Stock numberMidwest Tape http://www.midwesttapes.com

Available Items

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Joyner Compact DVDs E185.628 .B555 2009 DVD ✔ Available Place Hold
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