Afro Promo
“Black Cinema Trailers 1946-76”
Synopsis
Co-curated by Jenni Olson and the late Black gay activist Karl Knapper, this entertaining showcase of vintage movie trailers traces the evolution of African American cinema through its most crucial period, 1952-1976. Filled with insights on race and social dynamics, this fascinating compendium of coming attractions explores an extensive range of stylistic approaches—Blaxploitation, Comedy, Music Bio, Plantation Drama and more—offering an outrageous joyride through motion picture history. Beyond mere camp, these marvelously condensed gems crystallize a range of African American identities and personalities, tracking the meteoric careers of Sidney Poitier, James Earl Jones, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, Pam Grier and others through their bold performances in movies both hugely popular and practically forgotten. Afro Promo provides a compact glimpse at the representation of African Americans through twenty-five dynamic years of American cinema history.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Afro Promo Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-03-29
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 31, 1997
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Karl Knapper, Jenni Olson
- Original Title
- Afro Promo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Other Cinema
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Karl Knapper, Jenni Olson
Department Leadership Roster
Karl Knapper
Director
Jenni Olson
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Afro Promo about?
Co-curated by Jenni Olson and the late Black gay activist Karl Knapper, this entertaining showcase of vintage movie trailers traces the evolution of African American cinema through its most crucial period, 1952-1976. Filled with insights on race and social dynamics, this fascinating compendium of coming attractions explores an extensive range of stylistic approaches—Blaxploitation, Comedy, Music Bio, Plantation Drama and more—offering an outrageous joyride through motion picture history. Beyond mere camp, these marvelously condensed gems crystallize a range of African American identities and personalities, tracking the meteoric careers of Sidney Poitier, James Earl Jones, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, Pam Grier and others through their bold performances in movies both hugely popular and practically forgotten. Afro Promo provides a compact glimpse at the representation of African Americans through twenty-five dynamic years of American cinema history.
Who directed Afro Promo?
Afro Promo was directed by Karl Knapper, Jenni Olson.
Who stars in Afro Promo?
The principal cast of Afro Promo includes Sidney Poitier, James Earl Jones, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, Pam Grier.
When was Afro Promo released and how long is it?
Afro Promo was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.