A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave
Synopsis
A documentary following the life of Olaudah Equiano, based on his autobiography "The Interesting Narration of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa the African".
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 29, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alrick Riley
- Screenplay & Story
- Danny Padmore
- Original Title
- A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
- Production Studios
- California Newsreel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alrick Riley
Danny Padmore
Department Leadership Roster
Alrick Riley
Director
Danny Padmore
Writer
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What is A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave about?
A documentary following the life of Olaudah Equiano, based on his autobiography "The Interesting Narration of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa the African".
Who directed A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave?
A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave was directed by Alrick Riley.
Who stars in A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave?
The principal cast of A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave includes Cathy Tyson, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Frederick Annan, Louis Mahoney, Frank Ellis.
When was A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave released and how long is it?
A Son of Africa: The Autobiography of a Slave was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 28m.