David Harewood on Blackface
“The Hidden History of Minstrelsy”
Synopsis
At its peak, The Black and White Minstrel Show was watched by a Saturday night audience of more than 20 million people. David Harewood goes on a mission to understand the roots of this strange, intensely problematic cultural form: where did the show come from, and what made it popular for so long? With the help of historians, actors and musicians, David uncovers how, at its core, blackface minstrelsy was simply an attempt to make racism into an art form - and can be traced back to a name and a date.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Haynes
- Original Title
- David Harewood on Blackface
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Uplands Television Limited, BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Haynes
Mike Smith, Alexandra Mason, Dominic Ozanne, Nia Campbell
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Haynes
Director
Alexandra Mason
Producer
Nia Campbell
Producer
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What is David Harewood on Blackface about?
At its peak, The Black and White Minstrel Show was watched by a Saturday night audience of more than 20 million people. David Harewood goes on a mission to understand the roots of this strange, intensely problematic cultural form: where did the show come from, and what made it popular for so long? With the help of historians, actors and musicians, David uncovers how, at its core, blackface minstrelsy was simply an attempt to make racism into an art form - and can be traced back to a name and a date.
Who directed David Harewood on Blackface?
David Harewood on Blackface was directed by Eric Haynes.
Who stars in David Harewood on Blackface?
The principal cast of David Harewood on Blackface includes David Harewood, Adrian Lester, David Olusoga.
When was David Harewood on Blackface released and how long is it?
David Harewood on Blackface was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 59m.