Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America
Synopsis
In 2009, veteran documentarian and filmmaker Brigitte Berman released Hugh Hefner: Playboy, Activist and Rebel, a film about the life and legacy of Hugh Hefner. Expanding on Hefner's influence not only as a celebrity figure but as a catalyst for social awareness, discussion and change, Berman continues to break new ground in Playboy: After Dark, Speaking Out in America. In this doc, Berman details the run and lasting influence of Hefner's two short-lived television shows Playboy: After Dark (1969-1970) and Playboy's Penthouse (1959-1960). Part entertainment segments, part talkshows, the programs featured numerous celebrity guests and covered a diverse range of subjects during their respective runs, including race, integration, environmental changes and free speech. With the story told through interviews and a collection of archived footage, this documentary makes it clear how and why both programs deserve their spots in television history.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brigitte Berman
- Original Title
- Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brigitte Berman
Department Leadership Roster
Brigitte Berman
Director
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What is Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America about?
In 2009, veteran documentarian and filmmaker Brigitte Berman released Hugh Hefner: Playboy, Activist and Rebel, a film about the life and legacy of Hugh Hefner. Expanding on Hefner's influence not only as a celebrity figure but as a catalyst for social awareness, discussion and change, Berman continues to break new ground in Playboy: After Dark, Speaking Out in America. In this doc, Berman details the run and lasting influence of Hefner's two short-lived television shows Playboy: After Dark (1969-1970) and Playboy's Penthouse (1959-1960). Part entertainment segments, part talkshows, the programs featured numerous celebrity guests and covered a diverse range of subjects during their respective runs, including race, integration, environmental changes and free speech. With the story told through interviews and a collection of archived footage, this documentary makes it clear how and why both programs deserve their spots in television history.
Who directed Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America?
Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America was directed by Brigitte Berman.
Who stars in Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America?
The principal cast of Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America includes Not specified.
When was Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America released and how long is it?
Hugh Hefner's After Dark: Speaking Out in America was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.