The Negro and the American Promise
Synopsis
Dr. Martin Luther King, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin -- three of the most highly regarded civil rights leaders of the 1960s -- were united in their quest for Black empowerment. But their methods of approach were polarizing.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred Barzyk
- Original Title
- The Negro and the American Promise
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- WGBH Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred Barzyk
Henry Morgenthau
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Morgenthau
Producer
Fred Barzyk
Director
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What is The Negro and the American Promise about?
Dr. Martin Luther King, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin -- three of the most highly regarded civil rights leaders of the 1960s -- were united in their quest for Black empowerment. But their methods of approach were polarizing.
Who directed The Negro and the American Promise?
The Negro and the American Promise was directed by Fred Barzyk.
Who stars in The Negro and the American Promise?
The principal cast of The Negro and the American Promise includes Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., James Baldwin.
When was The Negro and the American Promise released and how long is it?
The Negro and the American Promise was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 59m.