Sankofa Chicago
“To know where you're going, you have to know where you've been.”
Synopsis
Sankofa Chicago is the first in a three-part docuseries exploring the meaning of Sankofa—knowing our past to understand the present. Through personal stories and expert interviews, it highlights how this philosophy can empower communities, address injustice, and inspire cultural healing in Chicago and beyond.
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Sankofa Chicago Documentary, Official TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-20
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15/09/2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vanessa Wright
- Screenplay & Story
- Vanessa Wright
- Original Title
- Sankofa Chicago
- Release Date
- 15/09/2021
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Tellers Untold LLC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vanessa Wright
Vanessa Wright
Department Leadership Roster
Vanessa Wright
Director
Vanessa Wright
Writer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Sankofa Chicago about?
Sankofa Chicago is the first in a three-part docuseries exploring the meaning of Sankofa—knowing our past to understand the present. Through personal stories and expert interviews, it highlights how this philosophy can empower communities, address injustice, and inspire cultural healing in Chicago and beyond.
Who directed Sankofa Chicago?
Sankofa Chicago was directed by Vanessa Wright.
Who stars in Sankofa Chicago?
The principal cast of Sankofa Chicago includes NANA YAW KAAKYIRE MARFO, TIMOTHY LANE, M.A, ORSON MORRISON, PSY.D, DR.ROBERT HANSERD, SHANTRAM HAWKINS, ED.S.
When was Sankofa Chicago released and how long is it?
Sankofa Chicago was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sankofa Chicago?
Sankofa Chicago holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).