James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen
“Master chef. Patriot. Enslaved.”
Synopsis
If you've ever eaten macaroni and cheese, French fries or ice cream, you've enjoyed the contributions of America's unknown culinary founding father, James Hemings. James Hemings was the first American trained as a master chef; he was also the brother-in-law and enslaved property of Thomas Jefferson.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-10-25
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Roxbury International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 4, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Werhun
- Screenplay & Story
- Ashbell McElveen
- Original Title
- James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Werhun
Ashbell McElveen
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Anthony Werhun
Director
Ashbell McElveen
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What is James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen about?
If you've ever eaten macaroni and cheese, French fries or ice cream, you've enjoyed the contributions of America's unknown culinary founding father, James Hemings. James Hemings was the first American trained as a master chef; he was also the brother-in-law and enslaved property of Thomas Jefferson.
Who directed James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen?
James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen was directed by Anthony Werhun.
Who stars in James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen?
The principal cast of James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen includes Ashbell McElveen, Michael Twitty, Jacques Pépin, Toni Tipton-Martin.
When was James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen released and how long is it?
James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.