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The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman

The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman

Apr 26, 2007 · 1h 15m

Rated 6 out of 10

Director

Fred Barney Taylor

Overview

A portrait of Samuel R. Delany, an award-winning African-American gay author whose credits include everything from science fiction to several issues of the Wonder Woman comic book. Using a range of experimental techniques and borrowed footage from Delany's home movies, Taylor captures his subject's thoughts on racism, violence, and his struggles with sexual identity.

Cast of The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman

Crew of The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman

About The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman

What is The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman about?

A portrait of Samuel R. Delany, an award-winning African-American gay author whose credits include everything from science fiction to several issues of the Wonder Woman comic book. Using a range of experimental techniques and borrowed footage from Delany's home movies, Taylor captures his subject's thoughts on racism, violence, and his struggles with sexual identity.

When was The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman released?

The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman was released on April 26, 2007.

How long is The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman?

The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman runs 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes).

Who directed The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman?

The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman was directed by Fred Barney Taylor.

Who is in the cast of The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman?

The cast of The Polymath, or The Life and Opinions of Samuel R. Delany, Gentleman includes Samuel R. Delany (Self).

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