Black Woodstock
Synopsis
The Harlem Cultural Festival, also known as "Black Woodstock", was a series of music concerts held in Harlem, Manhattan, New York City during the summer of 1969 to celebrate African American music and culture and to promote the continued politics of black pride. The concerts took place in Harlem's Mount Morris Park on Sundays at 3PM from June 29, 1969 to August 24, 1969. The manifestation came soon after the Watts Riots, and the assassinations of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hal Tulchin
- Original Title
- Black Woodstock
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Hal Tulchin Productions, WNEW Metromedia Channel 5
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What is Black Woodstock about?
The Harlem Cultural Festival, also known as "Black Woodstock", was a series of music concerts held in Harlem, Manhattan, New York City during the summer of 1969 to celebrate African American music and culture and to promote the continued politics of black pride. The concerts took place in Harlem's Mount Morris Park on Sundays at 3PM from June 29, 1969 to August 24, 1969. The manifestation came soon after the Watts Riots, and the assassinations of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King.
Who directed Black Woodstock?
Black Woodstock was directed by Hal Tulchin.
Who stars in Black Woodstock?
The principal cast of Black Woodstock includes Mahalia Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, B.B. King, Gladys Knight.
When was Black Woodstock released and how long is it?
Black Woodstock was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.