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Becoming Frederick Douglass
★ 4.7 / 10202254 min
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.
About Becoming Frederick Douglass
★ 4.7 / 10202254mMovie
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.
Directed by Stanley Nelson
Genres: Documentary
Cast
Wendell Pierce
Frederick Douglass (voice)
K
Kenneth B. Morris Jr.
Self
J
John Stauffer
Self
S
Sarah Elizabeth Lewis
Self
C
Christopher Bonner
Self
F
Farah Jasmine Griffin
Self
A
Adam Goodheart
Self
N
Nick Bromell
Self
D
Derrick R. Spires
Self
M
Marcia Chatelain
Self
V
Vincent Leggett
Self
E
Edward Baptist
Self
A
Amy Murrell Taylor
Self
Gloria J. Browne-Marshall
Self
R
Robert S. Levine
Self
E
Eric Foner
Self
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