The American Negro
Synopsis
"This unfinished civil rights-era film details how segregation affects the daily lives of African Americans, and includes portions of interviews with James Farmer, Roy Wilkins, Whitney Young, and Ralph Metcalfe. Farmer, Wilkins, and Young were considered to be among the “Big Four” leaders in the U.S. civil rights movement, along with Martin Luther King, Jr. The film also describes the strides and challenges faced by African Americans in the areas of voting, housing, and education. The film was written by Louis Lomax, produced by Willard Van Dyke, directed by Graeme Ferguson, and narrated by Charles Gordone" (US National Archives).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Graeme Ferguson
- Screenplay & Story
- Louis Lomax
- Original Title
- The American Negro
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- United States Information Agency (USIA)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Graeme Ferguson
Louis Lomax
Willard Van Dyke
Department Leadership Roster
Louis Lomax
Screenplay
Willard Van Dyke
Producer
Graeme Ferguson
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The American Negro
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The American Negro about?
"This unfinished civil rights-era film details how segregation affects the daily lives of African Americans, and includes portions of interviews with James Farmer, Roy Wilkins, Whitney Young, and Ralph Metcalfe. Farmer, Wilkins, and Young were considered to be among the “Big Four” leaders in the U.S. civil rights movement, along with Martin Luther King, Jr. The film also describes the strides and challenges faced by African Americans in the areas of voting, housing, and education. The film was written by Louis Lomax, produced by Willard Van Dyke, directed by Graeme Ferguson, and narrated by Charles Gordone" (US National Archives).
Who directed The American Negro?
The American Negro was directed by Graeme Ferguson.
Who stars in The American Negro?
The principal cast of The American Negro includes James Farmer, Roy Wilkins, Whitney Young, Ralph Metcalfe, Charles Gordone.
When was The American Negro released and how long is it?
The American Negro was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 26m.