Movie

The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre

197811m

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Good to know

Release date: 1978-11-15
Runtime: 11m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

About The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre

The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre is a 1978 movie in the Documentary and History genres, starring Roscoe Lee Browne and James Baldwin. It has a runtime of 11 minutes. Below you can see where to watch The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre in Argentina — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Black Contribution – Literature and Theater 1978 is a rare documentary highlighting the voices and cultural impact of African American writers and performers during the civil rights era. Introduced by NAACP leader Benjamin Hooks and narrated by Roscoe Lee Brown, the film weaves together dramatic readings, theatrical excerpts, and candid urban street footage. Margaret Walker’s poem For My People is performed alongside scenes of daily Black life in New York City — children playing, families on stoops, open fire hydrants, and the realities of poverty in 1970s neighborhoods. James Baldwin appears in interview footage, while signs for his play The Amen Corner and stage excerpts from Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun underscore the powerful presence of Black voices in American theater. With rare shots of Harlem life, literature, and performance, this film documents the enduring contributions of African American artists to U.S. culture and history.

Cast

Roscoe Lee Browne

Narrator

James Baldwin

Himself

Themes & keywords

new york citypoemliteraturewriterharlem, new york cityblack historyamerican artafrican american historyafrican american artblack communityafrican americantheatreblack storiestheaterharlem

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre in Argentina?+

The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Argentina. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre on Netflix?+

The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre is not on Netflix in Argentina right now.

How long is The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre?+

The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre has a runtime of 11 minutes (11 minutes).

Who stars in The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre?+

The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre stars Roscoe Lee Browne and James Baldwin.

When did The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre come out?+

The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre is a 1978 movie.

What genre is The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre?+

The Black Contribution: Literature and Theatre is Documentary and History film.