The Uprising
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Film / 2022
Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches
Directed by
Julia Marchesi
Acclaimed actors draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America as well as a different stage of Douglass’ long and celebrated life, while famed scholars provide context for the speeches, and remind us that Frederick Douglass’ words about racial injustice still resonate deeply today.
The story
Acclaimed actors draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America as well as a different stage of Douglass’ long and celebrated life, while famed scholars provide context for the speeches, and remind us that Frederick Douglass’ words about racial injustice still resonate deeply today.
Cast
André HollandNarrator (voice)
Nicole BeharieSelf
David BlightSelf
Bisa ButlerSelf
Colman DomingoSelf
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.Self
Nzadi KeitaSelf
Ken MorrisSelf
Sarah LewisSelf
Jonathan MajorsSelf
Keidrick RoySelf
Denzel WhitakerSelf
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