Lessons of the Hour
Mar 08, 2019 · 29m
Director
Isaac JulienOverview
Isaac Julien's visionary film Lessons of the Hour explores the incomparable achievements of Frederick Douglass, America’s foremost abolitionist figure. After escaping slavery in Maryland, Douglass gained prominence on the abolitionist circuit as an extraordinary orator, becoming the most photographed American of the 19th century. Julien’s project is informed by some of Douglass’s most important speeches, such as Lessons of the Hour, What to the Slave Is the 4th of July?, and Lecture on Pictures, the latter being a text that connects picture-making and photography to his vision of how technology influences human relations. Julien's work gives expression to the zeitgeist of Douglass’s era, his legacy, and the ways in which his story may be viewed through a contemporary lens. The presentation also includes photographs and tintypes produced in conjunction with the film.
Cast of Lessons of the Hour
Crew of Lessons of the Hour
About Lessons of the Hour
What is Lessons of the Hour about?
Isaac Julien's visionary film Lessons of the Hour explores the incomparable achievements of Frederick Douglass, America’s foremost abolitionist figure. After escaping slavery in Maryland, Douglass gained prominence on the abolitionist circuit as an extraordinary orator, becoming the most photographed American of the 19th century. Julien’s project is informed by some of Douglass’s most important…
When was Lessons of the Hour released?
Lessons of the Hour was released on March 8, 2019.
How long is Lessons of the Hour?
Lessons of the Hour runs 29 minutes.
Who directed Lessons of the Hour?
Lessons of the Hour was directed by Isaac Julien.
Who is in the cast of Lessons of the Hour?
The cast of Lessons of the Hour includes Ray Fearon (Frederick Douglass) and Cara Horgan (Ottilie Assing).