Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage
Synopsis
An athlete, artist, and activist, Romare Bearden defied boundaries placed on Black men of his generation. He partied with James Baldwin in Paris, composed hit songs, and channeled his memories into powerful collages celebrating Black life that changed contemporary art. He challenged social injustice and broke down barriers in art, culminating in a vibrant artistic legacy that inspires and empowers artists, dancers, and musicians.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Heartland Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Deborah Riley Draper
- Screenplay & Story
- Deborah Riley Draper
- Original Title
- Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Coffee Bluff Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Deborah Riley Draper
Deborah Riley Draper
Jarobi Moorhead, Alva Greenberg, Robin Lyon, Jocelyn Moore
Department Leadership Roster
Deborah Riley Draper
Director
Jarobi Moorhead
Producer
Deborah Riley Draper
Writer
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What is Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage about?
An athlete, artist, and activist, Romare Bearden defied boundaries placed on Black men of his generation. He partied with James Baldwin in Paris, composed hit songs, and channeled his memories into powerful collages celebrating Black life that changed contemporary art. He challenged social injustice and broke down barriers in art, culminating in a vibrant artistic legacy that inspires and empowers artists, dancers, and musicians.
Who directed Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage?
Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage was directed by Deborah Riley Draper.
Who stars in Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage?
The principal cast of Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage includes Romare Bearden, Denzel Washington, Usher, Grant Hill, Mary Schmidt Campbell.
When was Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage released and how long is it?
Romare Bearden: A Life in Collage was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.