The First World Festival of Negro Arts
Synopsis
"This documentary film covers a 24-day arts festival in Dakar, Senegal that highlighted Black contributions to the cultural heritage of mankind and was attended by an extraordinary cast of over 2,000 luminaries - including Duke Ellington, Langston Hughes, Alvin Ailey, Aime Cesaire, and Leopold Senghor - from dozens of countries. The film depicts performances by African and American entertainers and shows various works of art while also providing unparalleled insight from the perspective of the African American delegation. The film was written and directed by William Greaves" (US National Archives).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1966
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Greaves
- Screenplay & Story
- William Greaves
- Original Title
- The First World Festival of Negro Arts
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- United States Information Agency (USIA)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Greaves
William Greaves
William Greaves
William Greaves
Department Leadership Roster
William Greaves
Director
William Greaves
Producer
William Greaves
Writer
William Greaves
Editor
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What is The First World Festival of Negro Arts about?
"This documentary film covers a 24-day arts festival in Dakar, Senegal that highlighted Black contributions to the cultural heritage of mankind and was attended by an extraordinary cast of over 2,000 luminaries - including Duke Ellington, Langston Hughes, Alvin Ailey, Aime Cesaire, and Leopold Senghor - from dozens of countries. The film depicts performances by African and American entertainers and shows various works of art while also providing unparalleled insight from the perspective of the African American delegation. The film was written and directed by William Greaves" (US National Archives).
Who directed The First World Festival of Negro Arts?
The First World Festival of Negro Arts was directed by William Greaves.
Who stars in The First World Festival of Negro Arts?
The principal cast of The First World Festival of Negro Arts includes William Greaves, Langston Hughes, Duke Ellington, Alvin Ailey, Aimé Césaire.
When was The First World Festival of Negro Arts released and how long is it?
The First World Festival of Negro Arts was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 40m.