The American Negro
Jan 01, 1963 · 26m
Director
Graeme FergusonOverview
"This unfinished civil rights-era film details how segregation affects the daily lives of African Americans, and includes portions of interviews with James Farmer, Roy Wilkins, Whitney Young, and Ralph Metcalfe. Farmer, Wilkins, and Young were considered to be among the “Big Four” leaders in the U.S. civil rights movement, along with Martin Luther King, Jr. The film also describes the strides and challenges faced by African Americans in the areas of voting, housing, and education. The film was written by Louis Lomax, produced by Willard Van Dyke, directed by Graeme Ferguson, and narrated by Charles Gordone" (US National Archives).
Cast of The American Negro
Crew of The American Negro
About The American Negro
What is The American Negro about?
"This unfinished civil rights-era film details how segregation affects the daily lives of African Americans, and includes portions of interviews with James Farmer, Roy Wilkins, Whitney Young, and Ralph Metcalfe. Farmer, Wilkins, and Young were considered to be among the “Big Four” leaders in the U.S. civil rights movement, along with Martin Luther King, Jr. The film also describes the strides…
When was The American Negro released?
The American Negro was released on January 1, 1963.
How long is The American Negro?
The American Negro runs 26 minutes.
Who directed The American Negro?
The American Negro was directed by Graeme Ferguson.
Who is in the cast of The American Negro?
The cast of The American Negro includes James Farmer (Himself), Roy Wilkins (Himself), Whitney Young (Himself), Ralph Metcalfe (Himself) and Charles Gordone (Narrator).