Brown Sugar
Synopsis
This 1985 documentary based on Film Historian Donald Bogles’ book “Brown Sugar”. Billy Dee Williams hosts with many rare film clips, photographs, recordings, and interviews with stars of the past to to trace their lives and careers of America’s black female performer.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald Bogle
- Screenplay & Story
- Donald Bogle
- Original Title
- Brown Sugar
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 48m
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brown Sugar
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What is Brown Sugar about?
This 1985 documentary based on Film Historian Donald Bogles’ book “Brown Sugar”. Billy Dee Williams hosts with many rare film clips, photographs, recordings, and interviews with stars of the past to to trace their lives and careers of America’s black female performer.
Who directed Brown Sugar?
Brown Sugar was directed by Donald Bogle.
Who stars in Brown Sugar?
The principal cast of Brown Sugar includes Billy Dee Williams.
When was Brown Sugar released and how long is it?
Brown Sugar was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 3h 48m.