The Uprising
2026 · History · Drama
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Film / 1992
Color Adjustment
Directed by
Marlon Riggs
From Amos 'n' Andy to Nat King Cole, from Roots to The Cosby Show, black people have played many roles on primetime television. Brilliantly weaving clips from classic TV shows with commentary from TV producers, black actors and scholars, Marlon Riggs blends humor, insight, and thoughtful analysis to explore the evolution of black/white relations as reflected by America's favorite addiction.
The story
From Amos 'n' Andy to Nat King Cole, from Roots to The Cosby Show, black people have played many roles on primetime television. Brilliantly weaving clips from classic TV shows with commentary from TV producers, black actors and scholars, Marlon Riggs blends humor, insight, and thoughtful analysis to explore the evolution of black/white relations as reflected by America's favorite addiction.
Cast
Ruby DeeNarrator
Norman LearSelf
Tim ReidSelf
Daphne Maxwell ReidSelf
Steven BochcoSelf
Diahann CarrollSelf
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.Self
Hal KanterSelf
Sheldon LeonardSelf
Denise NicholasSelf
Alvin F. PoussaintSelf
Esther RolleSelf
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