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Becoming Frederick Douglass (2022)

ALL 10/11/2022 (en) Documentary 54 Min
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    10/11/2022
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  • Original title
    Becoming Frederick Douglass
  • Original language
    en
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Overview

In Becoming Frederick Douglass, acclaimed director Stanley Nelson and co-director Nicole London bring to life the story of an American icon. Using Douglass's own powerful, profound speeches and writing, the story retraces his journey from a man born and raised in slavery to one of the most prominent elder statesmen and inspiring voices for freedom in American history. With additional context and insight provided by historians, scholars and Douglass's descendants, the filmmakers recount the brutality and trauma of his childhood while illuminating his strength of character, defiance against the bonds of slavery and the influences that guided his lifelong quest for freedom. The most celebrated Black man of his era, Douglass's legacy and achievements continue to resonate today. His life and work still inspires activists, educators and citizens in the fight for freedom, equality and a more just American society.

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  3. Mark Fason

    Editor



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Becoming Frederick Douglass (2022) 54 Min

ALL 10/11/2022 (en)
Documentary
  • Release 10/11/2022
  • Production
  • Original title Becoming Frederick Douglass
  • en
  • Revenue0.00

Overview

In Becoming Frederick Douglass, acclaimed director Stanley Nelson and co-director Nicole London bring to life the story of an American icon. Using Douglass's own powerful, profound speeches and writing, the story retraces his journey from a man born and raised in slavery to one of the most prominent elder statesmen and inspiring voices for freedom in American history. With additional context and insight provided by historians, scholars and Douglass's descendants, the filmmakers recount the brutality and trauma of his childhood while illuminating his strength of character, defiance against the bonds of slavery and the influences that guided his lifelong quest for freedom. The most celebrated Black man of his era, Douglass's legacy and achievements continue to resonate today. His life and work still inspires activists, educators and citizens in the fight for freedom, equality and a more just American society.

  1. Stanley Nelson, Nicole London

    Director

  2. Story

  3. Mark Fason

    Editor

  4. Nicole London, Stanley Nelson, Mark Fason

    Producer



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