Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches
Acclaimed actors draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America as well as a different stage of Douglass’ long and celebrated life, while famed scholars provide context for the speeches, and remind us that Frederick Douglass’ words about racial injustice still resonate deeply today.
- genus: Documentary, History
- Studio: McGee Media, Inkwell Media
- keyword: slavery, biography, writer, african american history
- cast: André Holland, Nicole Beharie, David Blight, Bisa Butler, Colman Domingo, Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
