The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement
Synopsis
The film features 85-year-old Mr. Armstrong, an African American barber in Birmingham, Alabama, as he experiences the manifestation of an unimaginable dream: the election of the first African American president. This colorful and courageous activist of the Civil Rights era casts his vote, celebrates Obama's victory and proudly unfurls the American flag as he is inducted into the Foot Soldiers Hall of Fame. Mr. Armstrong links the magnitude of the present paradigm shift with challenges he faced in the past: from his sons' integration into an all white school to the Bloody Sunday march for voting rights. The documentary raises questions about democracy and patriotism in the face of adversity, and the vigilance and action required to ensure continued forward movement to end racial injustice.
Release History & Theatrical Window
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robin Fryday, Gail Dolgin
- Original Score
- B. Quincy Griffin
- Original Title
- The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- Chicken & Egg Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robin Fryday, Gail Dolgin
B. Quincy Griffin
Allen Rosen, Ashley James, Vicente Franco
Jacob Steingroot, Kim Roberts
Wendy Ettinger, Robin Fryday, Gail Dolgin, Judith Helfand
Department Leadership Roster
Robin Fryday
Director
Gail Dolgin
Director
Allen Rosen
Director of Photography
Ashley James
Director of Photography
Jacob Steingroot
Editor
B. Quincy Griffin
Original Music Composer
Robin Fryday
Producer
Vicente Franco
Director of Photography
Gail Dolgin
Producer
Judith Helfand
Producer
Kim Roberts
Editor
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What is The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement about?
The film features 85-year-old Mr. Armstrong, an African American barber in Birmingham, Alabama, as he experiences the manifestation of an unimaginable dream: the election of the first African American president. This colorful and courageous activist of the Civil Rights era casts his vote, celebrates Obama's victory and proudly unfurls the American flag as he is inducted into the Foot Soldiers Hall of Fame. Mr. Armstrong links the magnitude of the present paradigm shift with challenges he faced in the past: from his sons' integration into an all white school to the Bloody Sunday march for voting rights. The documentary raises questions about democracy and patriotism in the face of adversity, and the vigilance and action required to ensure continued forward movement to end racial injustice.
Who directed The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement?
The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement was directed by Robin Fryday, Gail Dolgin.
Who stars in The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement?
The principal cast of The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement includes Not specified.
When was The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement released and how long is it?
The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 25m.
Who composed the musical score for The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Barber of Birmingham: Foot Soldier of the Civil Rights Movement was composed by B. Quincy Griffin.