Documentary ·History · United States of America · 2022 · 58m

Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches

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Director
Julia Marchesi
Cast
André Holland as Narrator (voice) Nicole Beharie as Self David Blight as Self Bisa Butler as Self Colman Domingo as Self Henry Louis Gates, Jr. as Self
Crew
Derek Ambrosi — Editor Matthew Head — Original Music Composer Oluwaseun Babalola — Producer
Tagline

Revolution starts with a voice.

Synopsis

Acclaimed actors draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America as well as a different stage of Douglass’ long and celebrated life, while famed scholars provide context for the speeches, and remind us that Frederick Douglass’ words about racial injustice still resonate deeply today.

Trailer Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches — Official Trailer
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Mood & Themes
slaverybiographywriterafrican american history
Key Collaborators
Julia Marchesi Director Derek Ambrosi Editor Matthew Head Original Music Composer Oluwaseun Babalola Producer
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