Back to Natural: A Documentary Film
“Natural hair is not a fad. It's a birthright. Find your freedom.”
Synopsis
An examination of the historical and global politics surrounding Black hair.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Tai Applewhite
self
Melba Tolliver
self - journalist
Dr. Lisa Whitten
self - clinical psychologist
Kyra Phillips
self -
Gabby Douglas
self - Olympic gymnast (archival footage)
Tiana Parker
self - archival footage
Khumra Khumnetertauset
self - wellness expert and loctician
Lori L. Tharps
self - author, "Hair Story'
Dr. Mayowa Obasaju
self - trauma specialist
Noliwe Rooks, PhD
self - author, "Hair Raising"
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 16, 2019
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gillian Scott-Ward, PhD
- Original Title
- Back to Natural: A Documentary Film
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gillian Scott-Ward, PhD
Marquis Smalls, Dominic Ward
Department Leadership Roster
Gillian Scott-Ward, PhD
Director
Dominic Ward
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Back to Natural: A Documentary Film.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Back to Natural: A Documentary Film
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Back to Natural: A Documentary Film about?
An examination of the historical and global politics surrounding Black hair.
Who directed Back to Natural: A Documentary Film?
Back to Natural: A Documentary Film was directed by Gillian Scott-Ward, PhD.
Who stars in Back to Natural: A Documentary Film?
The principal cast of Back to Natural: A Documentary Film includes Tai Applewhite, Melba Tolliver, Dr. Lisa Whitten, Kyra Phillips, Gabby Douglas.
When was Back to Natural: A Documentary Film released and how long is it?
Back to Natural: A Documentary Film was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.