The Passing On
“It's the end only if you let it be the end.”
Synopsis
Three professions ushered Black former slaves from poverty to the American dream: preacher, teacher, and undertaker. Today, renowned embalmer James Bryant puts his faith in a new generation to continue this vanishing legacy. However, his young intern, Clarence Pierre, meets him with resistance, conflicted about his commitment to carrying on embalming traditions and the judgment he feels from the Black community as a queer, Christian man. Taking place in the oldest Black funeral home in San Antonio, this poetic documentary examines the waning tradition of African American funeral homes.
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Tamara Tunie: A Funeral Home Kid
Type: Featurette • Published 2021-01-06
Release History & Theatrical Window
Virginia Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nathan Clarke
- Original Title
- The Passing On
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nathan Clarke
Tyler Trumbo
Tamara Tunie, Tyler Trumbo, Lana Garland, Tim Grant
Department Leadership Roster
Nathan Clarke
Director
Tyler Trumbo
Editor
Tyler Trumbo
Producer
Lana Garland
Producer
Tim Grant
Producer
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What is The Passing On about?
Three professions ushered Black former slaves from poverty to the American dream: preacher, teacher, and undertaker. Today, renowned embalmer James Bryant puts his faith in a new generation to continue this vanishing legacy. However, his young intern, Clarence Pierre, meets him with resistance, conflicted about his commitment to carrying on embalming traditions and the judgment he feels from the Black community as a queer, Christian man. Taking place in the oldest Black funeral home in San Antonio, this poetic documentary examines the waning tradition of African American funeral homes.
Who directed The Passing On?
The Passing On was directed by Nathan Clarke.
Who stars in The Passing On?
The principal cast of The Passing On includes Not specified.
When was The Passing On released and how long is it?
The Passing On was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.